Can bumble bee gobies and plecos be tankmates in a chlorine-free environment?

[Nutty]

Panda goby is a fresh water fish. Panda garras, on the other hand, are also suitable for fresh water. As for the panda garras, they can help with algae in the tank, but they're not as effective as some other fish, like the plecos or ottos.

[bettaMagenta]

Panda Garra's actually eat bio film, not algae.

[coltin]

Most gobies, like the bumblebee, come from environments that mix fresh and saltwater, and they require a certain level of salt and minerals in the water to thrive. On the other hand, plecos - even the dwarf ones - are typically from soft, freshwater environments with very little minerals and no salt.

Given their different water chemistry needs, it's generally not recommended to keep plecos and gobies together. Bumblebee gobies, in particular, do best in a single-species tank where you can tailor the water chemistry to their specific needs. They also have specific dietary requirements, preferring frozen or live foods over dry food.

All fish, regardless of species, need water that's free of chlorine and chloramine. These chemicals can cause serious harm to fish by burning their gills and killing off beneficial filter bacteria. If you're using tap water that contains chlorine or chloramine, you'll need to neutralize these chemicals before adding the water to your aquarium.

[Snout]

You really need to make your tap water safe for fish, it's not exactly rocket science. Use a water conditioner - it's a must. I'm surprised I even have to say this.

It's possible that your notion of tap water and its treatment might vary from what Nutty is accustomed to in Thailand. After all, water supplies aren't uniform across the globe.