Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)
Quick facts
Scientific nameCaridina multidentata
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Adult size2 in
Minimum tank size10
Water parametersTemp 65-80°F, pH 6.5-7.8, GH 6-12 dGH
Diet and feeding
omnivore
Keeper notes
Larvae require brackish/saltwater to develop, so it will NOT overrun a freshwater tank; effectively non-breeding in home aquaria. The premier algae-eating shrimp, larger and hardier than dwarf shrimp and tolerant of a wide range of stable freshwater. Excellent on hair and soft algae but will need supplemental feeding in clean tanks. Copper sensitive — never use copper meds. Larvae need brackish water to survive, so they cannot establish breeding populations in freshwater.
Log Amano Shrimp in your reef tank
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