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Amano Shrimp

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Caridina multidentata
Amano Shrimp
Amano Shrimp
Basic Information
Lifespan: average 3 years
Size: 2 in (5cm)
Diet: omnivorous
Tank Size:
Shoaling/Schooling:
Minimum Group Size:
Water Parameters
Temperature: 65-84°F (18-29°C)
pH: 6.5-8.0
Hardness: 90-268ppm (5-15 dGH)
Behavior
Compatibility: Peaceful
Temperament: peaceful
Swimming Level: pelagic, all

Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)

Amano shrimp, also known as yamato or Japanese shrimp, are a species of dwarf shrimp in the genus Caridina.

Behaviour

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Diet

They are omnivores that mostly feed on biofilm, algae, and decaying plant matter on the substrate and plants.

Natural Habitat

They inhabit freshwater streams and marshes of Japan and Taiwan.

Varieties

snowball and sunkist orange

Breeding

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Aquarium Setup

For an ideal amano shrimp aquarium setup, consider the following:

Tank Size

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Substrate

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Lighting

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Filtration

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Water Parameters

  • Temperature: 65-84°F (18-29°C)
  • pH: 6.5-8.0
  • General hardness (GH): 1-15 dGH
  • Alkalinity (KH): 1-10dKH
  • TDS: 80-450ppm

Conservation Status

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Notable Facts

These caridina shrimp are named after aquascaper Takashi Amano after he popularized them in the 80s for being such great algae eaters in the planted aquarium

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