Amano shrimp care
Caridina multidentata
Amano shrimp (Caridina multidentata) grows to about 5 cm (2 in) and needs a tank of at least 40 liters (11 US gallons). Keep it at 20–28 °C (68–82 °F) with a pH of 6.5–7.8.
FreshwaterEasyPeacefulEats algae
Adult size5 cm · 2 in
Smallest tank40 L · 11 gal
Temperature20–28 °C · 68–82 °F
pH6.5–7.8
GroupGroups of 3+
TemperamentPeaceful
SwimsBottom
DietOmnivore
Usually fine with
Neon tetraGuppyBetta (Siamese fighting fish)PlatyCardinal tetraBronze corydorasZebra danioHarlequin rasboraMollyBristlenose plecoCherry barbTiger barb
Avoid with
AngelfishFancy goldfishClown loachYoyo loachOscarJack DempseyFiremouth cichlidPeacock cichlidSeverumCommon goldfishKoiPea puffer
Track your tank with Guppi
Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.
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