Livestock compatible with Rotala Macrandra Mini Red
Rotala macrandra Mini Red
5 rated pairings from the Rotala Macrandra Mini Red care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Non-destructive, helps with algae control on leaves, does not uproot plants
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Algae eater that grazes on leaf surfaces without damaging plant tissue
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Excellent algae control, does not uproot or damage stems
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish, small bioload, does not disturb substrate or plants
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
20 gal min · 3" adult · Peaceful
Gentle dwarf cichlid, minimal plant disturbance, compatible with high-tech setup
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