Can Platy live with Flower Shrimp?
Light caution
Why
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 10–12 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 70–79°F and pH 7–7.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Platy | Flower Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–82°F | 68–79°F |
| pH | 7–8.2 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 10–28 dGH | 5–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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