Questions tagged [compatibility]
The ability for two or more beings to coexist together.
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Are there any species of turtles that won't eat fish?
I have lots of pond fish, from tiny .5" (1.25 cm) minnow size to large fat goldfish. I want to add some aquatic turtles, but I found the pet store sells goldfish as food for the turtles. Are ...
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Guppy male harassing females
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I have 2 female guppies in a ~60 L planted aquarium, temperature ~25 °C, internal filter, relatively hard (but not too hard) water. They've been on a diet of standard flakes. Change about 1/...
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Can I keep crayfish and guppy fish together in a tank?
I have an aquarium and keep peaceful fish together like:
angelfish;
guppy;
shark;
Hypostomus plecostomus.
These are pictures of my fish in aquarium:
My fish are living together peacefully, but I ...
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Animal companionship?
When were animals first used strictly for companionship? I can’t find the answer in my usual places for information (I.E. books) I also figured that other people might find it interesting as well!
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Can a rabbit be safe drinking water that a turtle and fish live in?
My rabbit discovered that the pool in our backyard has water in it. She figured out a way to drink it. My family put a rock so she can better reach the turtle pool. I'm curious to know if the water ...
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Will I have any problems with this combination of fish?
I've got a 6gallon tank housing a total of 9 fishes,
1 Betta
4 Neon Tetras
2 Golden Mbuna
2 Orange Zebras
So far all fishes are doing fine, my betta is silent and doesnt harm other fishes also the ...
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Can I put a red tailed shark and 2 three-spot gourami in a 55 gallon tank?
I am getting a 55 gallon (around 210 L) tank and I am planning on getting a red tailed shark and two three-spot gourami. Is this good? I have looked at millions of other websites and they say it's ...
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Betta companions? [duplicate]
I don't want my betta to be the only thing in his bowl. Is there anything I could put in with him that won't hurt him or he won't try and hurt?
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How does care differ between a Labrador and Cane Corso?
We have a Labrador of 15 months and we are looking for a Cane Corso puppy. Our Labrador is quite big for a Labrador. Both dogs will be male.
What I do wonder, is if this the best combination, since ...
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New older cat coming into the house
I have had my current cat for about 2 years now. She is a lovely Manx.
Three months ago we moved to my parents' house where there was a small foxy, whom she was fine with but never came closer than ...
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Is it best to get another "companion" dog after one passes away?
We have adopted two older dogs, and eventually one will probably pass away before the other. If / when this happens (unless they pass away at the same), should we get a new "companion" dog?
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Aquaponics: lobsters, clams, oysters and tilapia all in the same tank?
I've really been getting into gardening over the past year and have just started looking at aquaponics. I hope to one day build my own homestead, and want a big greenhouse with a central aquaponics "...
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Can I keep a Cockatoo and finches in the same aviary?
My wife and I just built a small aviary and we want to get our Cockatoo a friend. He is 2 years old and loves people. He's not aggressive at all.
I also would like to get some finches and start ...
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Can I keep tiger barbs and rosie barbs together in the same tank?
I have 4 tiger barbs and I introduced 2 new rosie barbs to the tank with them. I think one of the tiger barbs is either playing with one of the rosie barbs or hurting it. I am not so sure of it as I ...
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Can a hamster and a tortoise/land turtle coexist peacefully?
We're interested in keeping a hamster in the house, and I know my wife is fond of small reptiles.
Is it possible to keep a tortoise and a hamster in the same enclosure?
I'm thinking this is ...
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Neon Tetras what other species would work nicely with them [duplicate]
I have a tropical fish tank at the moment with 2 types of tetras in it:
Tiger Tetras
Neon Tetras
and 2 Catfish (not sure of the exact name).
I was wondering what type of fish would work well in a ...
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What do I have to consider before getting a sugar glider as a pet?
I am thinking about getting a sugar glider as a pet. What are the main issues I should think about before getting one? Also, I am planning to buy a dog (boxer) later on when we move to a bigger home, ...
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Are axolotls and plecos compatible?
I found this question on an amphibians forum. The answers provided on there were contradictory and I was hoping we could do better here on Pets.SE.
I have had my first axolotl for four months now. ...
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Would a sailfin dragon get along with a cat?
I've read that Sailfin Dragons a quite receptive of human handling and can make pretty good pets. I'm curious if that means they would get along with other animals too.
I have two cats, and they're ...
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Which smaller fish to add to a 60-gal. tank of danios, corydoras and tetras?
I have a 60-gallon fish tank, 48 inches by 12 by 24 LWH. I have many plants which keeps my ammonia negligible (but the nitrates will build up). I have 8 tetras, 8 cory cats, and 8 danios. (the cory ...
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Is there anything I should know or consider before giving a pet as a gift?
I want to give someone a pet as a gift. I was thinking of making it a Christmas gift, but it could be a birthday gift if I don't find the right pet soon. So I was discussing the options with some ...
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Do ferrets get along with other pets?
While reading about things to know when acquiring a ferret, I came across this article that says that ferrets do not get along with other pets:
Most ferrets don't get along with birds, fish, ...
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Which fishes can live together with neons?
I have some 50 neons in my aquarium. Recently, I've added some black tetras. They live together very well.
What other species could I add so that they would still live "in peace", i.e., without ...
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