Livestock compatible with River Buttercup
Ranunculus inundatus
6 rated pairings from the River Buttercup care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
5 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae eaters that won't damage delicate plant tissues
Emerald Dwarf Rasbora
Danio erythromicron
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Small, gentle fish that thrive in planted tanks with good flow
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Beneficial for algae control and won't uproot or damage plants
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Complementary foreground plant with similar nutrient and lighting needs
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy companion plant that creates layered foreground/midground design
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
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