Can Naso Tang Live With Peppermint Shrimp?
Naso Tang and Peppermint Shrimp are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 8.0–8.4.
Size
✗ Not Compatible
Extreme size difference. Naso Tang (18") may eat or bully Peppermint Shrimp (2").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Naso Tang (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Peppermint Shrimp (peaceful). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 130 gallons
| Parameter | Naso Tang | Peppermint Shrimp |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 8–8.4 | 8–8.4 |
| Max Size | 18" | 2" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | All | Bottom |
| Min Tank | 125 gal | 10 gal |
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