Sulawesi Cardinal Shrimp tank mates
Caridina dennerli
5 rated pairings from the Sulawesi Cardinal Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Sulawesi Cardinal Shrimp needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Similar peaceful temperament and algae-grazing behavior; compatible water parameters with careful acclimation
Ricefish
Oryzias woworae
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that tolerate warm water; avoid overstocking to prevent competition
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.
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