Can Discus Live With Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk)?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Discus needs 5.5–7.0, Skunk Cleaner Shrimp needs 8.1–8.4.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Discus | Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 81–88°F | 75–81°F | 82–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 7.9" | 2.4" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 53 gal | 20 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | advanced | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Discus
Symphysodon spp.
advancedsemi-aggressive53+ gal
The Discus (Symphysodon spp.) is a advanced freshwater species known for its multi-color (red, blue, brown, green variants) coloration. King of freshwater fish. Mid.
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Lysmata amboinensis
beginnerpeaceful20+ gal
The Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk) (Lysmata amboinensis) is a beginner saltwater species known for its red-orange, white dorsal stripe, white antennae coloration. Cleans parasites off fish. Surfaces.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk):
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