Livestock compatible with Queen Moss
Hydropogonella gymnostoma
6 rated pairings from the Queen Moss care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Gentle grazers that clean moss without damaging delicate fronds; excellent for biofilm control
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Small and non-destructive; thrive in moss-heavy tanks and help maintain plant health
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Excellent companion plant with similar care requirements; creates dense, layered aquascaping
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Complementary hardscape plant with contrasting leaf structure; same low-light tolerance
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae eaters that won't uproot moss; benefit from moss as grazing substrate
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that won't damage moss and appreciate the shelter it provides
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