Can Pea Puffer Live With Skunk Cleaner Shrimp?
Incompatible pH. Pea Puffer needs 7.0–8.0, Skunk Cleaner Shrimp needs 8.1–8.4.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Pea Puffer | Skunk Cleaner Shrimp | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 75–82°F | 75–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | aggressive | peaceful | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 1" | 3" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Pea Puffer
Carinotetraodon travancoricus
Pea puffers are the smallest freshwater pufferfish in the world, growing to just 1 inch. Despite their tiny size, they have big personalities — they are curious, intelligent, and surprisingly aggressive. They are best kept in species-only tanks and require live or frozen food.
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Lysmata amboinensis
Skunk cleaner shrimp are one of the most useful invertebrates in reef tanks. They operate a 'cleaning station' where fish line up to have parasites, dead skin, and debris removed from their bodies and gills. This natural cleaning service helps keep fish healthy and disease-free. They are also strikingly beautiful with their red-and-white striped body and long white antennae.
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