Scissortail Dartfish tank mates
Ptereleotris evides
5 rated pairings from the Scissortail Dartfish care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Scissortail Dartfish needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
20 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Similar reef-safe temperament and water requirements; both peaceful mid-water swimmers
Neon Goby
Elacatinus oceanops
20 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful goby with identical saltwater needs and non-aggressive behavior
Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
30 gal min · 2.5" adult · Peaceful
Reef-safe invertebrate that shares the same water parameters and poses no threat
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Firefish Goby
Nemateleotris magnifica
20 gal min · 3" adult · Peaceful
Similar size and peaceful nature, though both are active swimmers requiring adequate space
Pistol Shrimp
Alpheus randalli
20 gal min · 2" adult · Semi-aggressive
Peaceful shrimp compatible with dartfish; may form symbiotic relationships in reef settings
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Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.