Pearlscale Angelfish tank mates
Pterophyllum scalare
4 rated pairings from the Pearlscale Angelfish care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Pearlscale Angelfish needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Similar water parameters; schooling behavior reduces aggression toward them
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae eater that occupies different water column; minimal interaction
Harlequin Rasbora
Trigonostigma heteromorpha
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Schooling fish that prefers mid-water; compatible water parameters and peaceful nature
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.
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