Whisker Shrimp tank mates
Macrobrachium lanchesteri
4 rated pairings from the Whisker Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Whisker Shrimp needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful algae-eaters that occupy different niches and avoid confrontation with shrimp
Bristlenose Pleco
Ancistrus sp.
20 gal min · 5" adult · Peaceful
Nocturnal bottom-dweller that shares similar habitat preferences without direct competition
Use caution
2 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Similar size but may compete for territory; only house together in very large tanks with abundant space
Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
15 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
May nip at shrimp antennae; only suitable in large tanks with dense vegetation for escape routes
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