Can Black King Kong Shrimp live with Flash Pleco (L204)?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 6.5–6.6.
- No overlapping water hardness: Black King Kong Shrimp wants 2–5 dGH but Flash Pleco (L204) wants 6–7.5 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–74°F and pH 6.5–6.6 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Black King Kong Shrimp | Flash Pleco (L204) | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–74°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 5.8–6.6 | 6.5–7.6 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–5 dGH | 6–7.5 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 20" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 125 gal |
Together, plan on at least 125 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser → Aquarium Co-Op
Where to buy
- Black King Kong Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Flash Pleco (L204): buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Black King Kong Shrimp · …with Flash Pleco (L204)