Can Candy Striped Pleco live with Marbled Crayfish?
Not recommended
Why
- Marbled Crayfish hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Candy Striped Pleco, especially at night.
Side-by-side
| Candy Striped Pleco | Marbled Crayfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–82°F | 64–77°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–12 dGH | 5–20 dGH |
| Adult size | 4" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Candy Striped Pleco (to keep Marbled Crayfish):
- Black Molly — 4", peaceful
- Brilliant Rasbora — 4", peaceful
- Clown Rasbora — 4", peaceful
Instead of Marbled Crayfish (to keep Candy Striped Pleco):
- Brazos Dwarf Crayfish — 1.5", peaceful
- Cajun Dwarf Crayfish — 1.5", peaceful
- Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) — 1.75", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
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