Ornate Ctenopoma tank mates
Microctenopoma ansorgii
6 rated pairings from the Ornate Ctenopoma care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Ornate Ctenopoma needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar size and peaceful temperament make ideal companions
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Small, non-aggressive schooling fish that won't compete for food
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae eater that occupies bottom zone without conflict
Java Fern
Microsorum pteropus
Live plant that provides shelter and natural habitat enrichment
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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