Can Pitbull Pleco live with Cardinal Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 79°F.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.5.
Sweet spot: both do well at 79–79°F and pH 7.5–7.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Pitbull Pleco | Cardinal Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 79–84°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 7.5–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–12 dGH | 8–18 dGH |
| Adult size | 2.5" | 0.8" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater → Chewy
Where to buy
- Pitbull Pleco: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cardinal Shrimp: 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 Pitbull Pleco · …with Cardinal Shrimp