Amano Shrimp

Description

Common & Latin Name: Amano Shrimp (Caridina Multidentata)

Care level: Easy
Max Size: 5cm
Temp: 15-28°C
PH: 6.0 – 8.0
Approximate purchase size: 1cm
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: Community

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The Amano Shrimp was introduced to the hobby in the 1980’s by the Famous Takashi Amano. To this day, they are one of the most popular choices of algae eaters. Unlike plecos and other algae eating fish, the Amano will only grow to 5cm and will actively consume algae throughout its life. Best kept in social colonies, they may not be the prettiest shrimp you’ll have and will spend much of their time hiding (sometimes in plain sight), but their algae eating is unrivalled. They will also happily consume uneaten food and rotting plant matter.

These shrimp do not breed in fresh water, so a population issue is not likely to ever occur unless salt is added to the tank when there’s eggs.

Amanos don’t have any special requirements, but as with all shrimp, acclimatisation is very important. We recommend that the shrimp are introduced to the aquarium using the drip method. If this isn’t possible, it is recommended that in addition to floating, the water in their bag is very slowly mixed together with water from the aquarium to bring the pH and KH to the same level and not shock the shrimp.

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