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Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
Family: Atyidae
Named after the legendary aquascaper Takashi Amano, these shrimp are the best algae eaters for planted tanks. Larger than Cherry Shrimp, they tackle hair algae and other nuisance algae.
10G+
Min Tank Size
2"
Max Size
2+
Years Lifespan
70-80
°F Temp Range
Water Parameters
Temperature
60°F70 - 80°F100°F
pH Level
5.06.5 - 7.510.0
Hardness (dGH)
06 - 12 dGH30
Care Tips
Hardy and long-lived. Excellent jumpers - keep tank covered. Won't breed in freshwater (larvae need brackish water).
Feeding
Omnivore/algae specialist. Voraciously eat all types of algae including hair algae. Supplement with algae wafers when tank is clean.
Breeding
Cannot breed in freshwater. Larvae require brackish water, making captive breeding very difficult. Most are wild-caught.
📚 Sources: Care parameters based on SeriouslyFish, FishBase, and Aquarium Co-Op. Personal observations from the author's 5+ years of fishkeeping experience.
Tank Size Compatibility
5 Gallon
Too Small
Compatible Tank Mates
Good Tank Mates
Avoid Keeping With
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