One of the most peaceful catfish around, these can be combined with many other species. In a natural setup good tankmates include small characins, Apistogramma, Corydoras and other quiet loricariids, but it can be kept in most communities of peaceful fish. Don’t keep it with anything too vigorous or aggressive as it will become very retiring and will easily be out-competed for food. It’s not territorial unless spawning, and is best kept in a small group. Bear in mind it does not do well at higher temperatures when selecting tankmates.