Springeri Dottyback tank mates
Pseudochromis springeri
5 rated pairings from the Springeri Dottyback care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Springeri Dottyback needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
20 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Similar size and reef-safe; both are peaceful and occupy different tank zones
Pink Skunk Clownfish
Amphiprion perideraion
30 gal min · 4" adult · Semi-aggressive
Compatible reef fish with similar care requirements and peaceful temperament
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Neon Goby
Elacatinus oceanops
20 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful goby that won't compete for food or space
Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
30 gal min · 2.5" adult · Peaceful
Beneficial symbiotic relationship; shrimp are generally safe from this dottyback
Fire Shrimp
Lysmata debelius
20 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Reef-safe shrimp that occupies different ecological niche
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.