Can Panther Crab live with Pitbull Pleco?
Not recommended
Why
- Panther Crab hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Pitbull Pleco, especially at night.
Side-by-side
| Panther Crab | Pitbull Pleco | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 8–15 dGH | 4–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 3" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Predatory | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Panther Crab (to keep Pitbull Pleco):
- Thai Micro Crab — 0.4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pom Pom Crab — 1", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Black Kuhli Loach — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Pitbull Pleco (to keep Panther Crab):
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) — 2.5", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Black Skirt Tetra — 2.5", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Platy — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Panther Crab: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pitbull Pleco: 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 Panther Crab · …with Pitbull Pleco