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Hi New Guy here,

I'm curious about invertebrates that can handle higher pH levels. Specifically, I'm interested in clams or other species that can aid in filtration and waste management.

I'd love to have a Pleco, but most I've come across aren't suited for high pH. Would Cichlids be too aggressive towards one?

I think snails can handle high pH, but putting them with african cichlids seems like a bad idea.

The key to keeping waste under control is regular water changes and manually vacuuming up debris. For algae, a glass-safe scrubbing pad works wonders. If you want extra filtration, consider upgrading to a larger filter. Fish require care and maintenance, just like any other pets. As long as you're not overfeeding, things will run smoothly.

If you're after a catfish to clean up leftover food, synodontis species generally do well in the higher pH that african cichlids prefer.

Thanks for the info, really appreciate it.

I've been reading a lot about inverts and high pH, it seems like some species of shrimp can handle it pretty well. They're supposed to be good for cleaning up leftover food and helping with filtration. I've also been looking into getting a catfish, like you mentioned synodontis, they seem like a good fit for my tank.

Grabbed a feather fin catfish last night, little fella's only about 2" long