Tank Setup

Temperature: Needs warm water in the range 79-86°F (26-30°C). It will fail to thrive in cooler conditions.

a powerhead or two at one end of the tank will provide the necessary water movement and oxygenation

In terms of temperament it’s a decent match for many other fish, as it has a peaceful enough nature. In truth though, it’s not really a good species for the general community tank. It needs high temperatures and oxygen levels, pristine water conditions, and is shy and easily outcompeted for food by more vigorous feeders. Some success has been had keeping it with both discus and some dwarf cichlid species due to their similar temperature requirements, but ideally it should be maintained alone in a biotope setup as described above. If you must have tankmates, choose species that appreciate similar conditions and don’t feed from the bottom. Possibilities include some small characins (rummy-nose tetras, phantom tetras etc.), cyprinids (harlequin rasboras are particularly good), Otocinclus and in a planted tank, red cherry shrimp (Neocaridina denticulata sinensis).
It’s territorial with conspecifics and other similar species, so it should certainly be the only bottom dweller in the tank. If you’re keeping a group ensure there are plenty of hiding places.