Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
Atyidae
Easy
Parameter dashboard
Temperature
15-27 °C
pH
6.5-7.5
Size
5 cm
Lifespan
3 years
Min tank40 L
Price$
DietHerbivore
TemperamentPeaceful
OriginJapan, Taiwan, Korea
Shrimp-safeYes
Care guide
Caridina multidentata, commonly known as Amano shrimp, are robust freshwater invertebrates growing up to 5 cm, renowned for their algae-eating capabilities. They thrive in aquariums of at least 40 liters with temperatures between 15-27°C and a pH of 6.5-7.5. Provide them with a varied diet including algae, biofilm, and supplemental blanched vegetables or quality shrimp food.
Tankmate compatibility (sample)
Pairwise screening against other species in the database (prioritizing the same family when data is available).
Review first (3)
Caution or avoid from automated rules — confirm before mixing.
| Species | Assessment | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Shrimp Atyopsis moluccensis Caution | Caution | Fish 2x+ larger may eat smaller tankmates Open pair in Compare → |
| Cardinal Shrimp Caridina dennerli Caution | Caution | Fish 2x+ larger may eat smaller tankmates · Species with non-overlapping pH ranges may not thrive together Open pair in Compare → |
| Vampire Shrimp Atya gabonensis Caution | Caution | Fish 2x+ larger may eat smaller tankmates Open pair in Compare → |
4 species with compatible assessment in this sampleCollapse to hide the list; use “Open pair in Compare” for the full matrix.
| Species | Assessment | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Velvet Shrimp Neocaridina davidi var. blue Compatible | Compatible | No rule-based conflicts detected for this pair. Open pair in Compare → |
| Cherry Shrimp Neocaridina davidi Compatible | Compatible | No rule-based conflicts detected for this pair. Open pair in Compare → |
| Rili Shrimp Neocaridina davidi var. rili Compatible | Compatible | No rule-based conflicts detected for this pair. Open pair in Compare → |
| Yellow Shrimp Neocaridina davidi var. yellow Compatible | Compatible | No rule-based conflicts detected for this pair. Open pair in Compare → |
Same rule engine as Compare. Not a substitute for observation, tank size, or acclimation.
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