Pinktail Chalceus tank mates
Chalceus macrolepidotus
5 rated pairings from the Pinktail Chalceus care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Pinktail Chalceus needs at least 150 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Good matches
4 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Silver Dollar
Metynnis argenteus
55 gal min · 6" adult · Peaceful
Similar size and temperament; both are schooling fish that appreciate open swimming space
Severum
Heros severus
55 gal min · 8" adult · Semi-aggressive
Large, robust cichlid that can hold its own with Chalceus; similar water parameter requirements
Spotted Raphael Catfish
Agamyxis pectinifrons
30 gal min · 6" adult · Peaceful
Nocturnal bottom-dweller that occupies different tank zones; large enough to avoid predation
Bala Shark
Balantiocheilos melanopterus
125 gal min · 14" adult · Peaceful
Fast swimmer with similar size and space requirements; both prefer open water and similar temperatures
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.