Howdy,
Absolutely! I've got a 15 gal with 2213 Eheim canister, Cryptocoryne, Vallisneria, and Anubias. It houses a breeding colony of Garras. They spawn once a year, i.e. when I change water. Filter gets cleaned then, too.
Old school.
Good luck,
HarleyK
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