Livestock compatible with Butterfly Salvinia
Salvinia auriculata
6 rated pairings from the Butterfly Salvinia 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 structures and benefit from the shade provided
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful schooling fish that thrive under floating plant cover and won't uproot or consume the plant
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Shrimp appreciate the shelter and won't damage the plant; they help control algae on plant surfaces
Corydoras Duplicareus
Corydoras duplicareus
15 gal min · 2.2" adult · Peaceful
Bottom-dwelling catfish that won't interfere with floating plants and create minimal water disturbance
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Excellent companion plant that creates a layered aquascape and provides additional shelter
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
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