Top 10 Fish That Are Perfect For Planted Aquariums

‎ Over the past 20 years, Cory has found his favorite fish for planted aquariums, whether because of their stunning appearance or interesting behavior. If you really enjoy live aquatic plants, try a combination of these fish and see which ones you love the best.

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[bananafloat]

"They get to the size of...I don't know, a taco..."

[elsernall]

I love thy these videos will include the “classic” fish and some I’ve never heard of before. Thanks for sharing your experience with us and shedding light on these awesome species.

[FoxyFoxyShazam]

I would never put rummynose tetras in anything smaller than a 20 long. (no judgement at anyone who is/has kept them in smaller) Yeah, they're small and don't produce a lot of bio-load, but their activity level is very similar to something like danios. Very cool, active, and fast fish.

[jerryghirardo]

Another not so common, from what I’ve seen, are Arulius Barbs.

They are very active and are not mean to other fish. Cory helped identify a couple I got as part of a tank deal a few months back.

I now have 42 fry and they are pretty playful. I found that the more plants you have, the happier they zoom through and have hiding places when spooked. Mine also will break into groups and sometimes park at one end of the tank at like a 40% angle. They sit there for a while until another group zooms through and then they chase each other around.

[CorinneLangford]

I really love the fact that there were some unique recommendations on this video rather than the same old same old. Some great ideas I have tucked away, thank you!

[loganwitte]

Would love to see a guide on crayfish. Proper setups, breeding, etc. I feel like shrimp get all of the love but there are some awesome crayfish species out there.

[dylancarrera]

I love the leopard bushfish! I was lucky enough to find an older one so he’ll thrive in my 60 gallon aquarium with my other giants: koi angle, electric blue acara, and Squeaker Catfish

[scotp]

Love the Siamese algae eater…. A must for any tank with wood. They are always busy, but very relaxing to watch them clean their way through the tank. I also love the Congo tetras. I wish I could find more males. I guess you have to order them or have be there the day they arrive.

[carolineraimbeau]

Cory, just met you in Orlando at AquaShella. Love your store and your advice! You keep the hobby interesting!

[kolmini]

Woah. It’s been a while since we’ve gotten a top 10. Thanks!!!

[jawjagrrl]

Planning a pair of SA 55s now, but want to put congo tetras as an exception as they look so good with angels and geophagus! The Bush fish are amazing too. Definitely doing rummies as the anchor on the "small" fish side, long time favorite!

[HighPriestVaticanAssasin]

I raised a Cntenopoma from a tiny baby to a full 6"ish fish, kept for many years. One of my favorites.

[terrymartins]

ACO got me into planted tanks and I love it, wouldn’t do another tank without them. Really cool fish and I definitely got some new ideas for my next Aquarium.

[irjeffster]

I've Panda Corydoras, 100% agree with you Cory, they're so playful, and usually energetic. I started with 3, and they were ok, then I added 5. The 8 of them seem much happier. They play follow the leader around the rocks, they like to weave in and out of the plants, and are pure entertainment.

[genyosha]

Green neons are my go to in a planted tank. Good schoolin, amazing looks and cheap

[apss]

Awesome video. My favourite fish for planted tanks are bettas, endlers and pygmy cories

[smplantedtanks]

I love the Lambchop/Espei Rasbora! They are pretty small and the orange can really pop against the green plants... but these videos make me want FAR too many setups in order to keep them all!!

[tracitekancic]

Great video thanks for this. I always look forward to your new videos I learn a lot.

[ScuzzyForPrez]

Y'all do commercial breaks better than other channels I've seen. Good job!

[frankcapel]

Team aquarium co-op another awesome video Corey love everything the channel puts out keep up the great work Siamese algae eater was the one for me put him in my planted tank within three to four days he had all the hair algae gone great little fish a little bossy sometimes but aren't we