Can bristlenose plecos and nerite snails live together?
Yes
Bristlenose plecos and nerite snails can share a tank. Their water needs overlap and neither is known to bother the other.
Why
- Their temperature and pH ranges overlap comfortably, and neither is known to nip, chase or eat the other.
What each one needs
| Bristlenose pleco | Nerite snail | Both | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–81°F (23–27°C) | 72–78°F (22–26°C) | 73–78°F (23–26°C) |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 7.0–8.5 | 7.0–7.5 |
| Minimum tank | 29 gal (110 L) | 5 gal (19 L) | 29 gal (110 L) |
| Keep at least | 1 | 1 | |
| Adult size | 5 in (12.7 cm) | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
The smallest tank for both
A 29 gallons (110 L) tank holds 1 bristlenose pleco and 1 nerite snail at about 19% of its stocking limit, which leaves room for more.