{"product_id":"amano-shrimp","title":"Amano Shrimp","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop \u003cstrong\u003eAmano Shrimp for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e in 5-pack and 10-pack sizes — the same hardy, algae-crushing shrimp popularized by legendary aquascaper Takashi Amano. Every group is hand-selected and quarantined for 14 days before shipping, so they arrive healthy and ready to go to work on your tank's algae.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmano Shrimp Availability \u0026amp; Pack Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe currently stock \u003cstrong\u003eAmano Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e in two group sizes so you can match your tank and algae load:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a great starting group for a single 10–20 gallon planted or community tank\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e better coverage for larger tanks, heavier algae growth, or a dedicated aquascape\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive stock levels and exact pricing per pack are shown above on this page and update in real time — if a pack size is temporarily sold out, check back soon or reach out and we can let you know when the next group ships.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Amano Shrimp Are the Algae-Control Powerhouse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlgae control is the #1 reason hobbyists buy Amano Shrimp.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCaridina multidentata\u003c\/em\u003e shrimp are famous for tearing through hair algae and thread\/string algae that most other cleanup crew members ignore, and they'll also graze diatoms, soft green algae, and leftover food and biofilm off plants, driftwood, and glass. Their larger size (about 1.5–2 inches \/ 4–5 cm as adults) makes them noticeably more effective algae eaters than smaller Neocaridina species like Red Cherry Shrimp — which is exactly why planted-tank keepers and aquascapers have relied on them since Takashi Amano first popularized the species decades ago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmano Shrimp Compatibility: Safe Tankmates vs. Tankmates to Avoid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmano Shrimp are peaceful, non-territorial, and spend most of their time grazing rather than interacting with tankmates — but compatibility still depends on who else is in the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood Tankmates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall, peaceful community fish such as tetras and Harlequin Rasboras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottom-dwelling Corydoras catfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther peaceful shrimp, like Red Cherry Shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlgae-eating snails such as Nerite Snails and Mystery Snails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse Caution or Avoid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBettas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e results are mixed. Many bettas ignore Amano Shrimp, but an individual betta — especially a male in a smaller or under-planted tank — may view a shrimp as prey or a target. If you want to try the combination, do it in a heavily planted tank with plenty of hiding spots and be ready to rehome the shrimp if the betta becomes aggressive.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCichlids, Oscars, and other large\/aggressive fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e these will typically hunt and eat Amano Shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGoldfish and large predatory catfish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e not a safe match — shrimp are viewed as food.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize, Tank Size \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~1.5–2 in (4–5 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 gallons for a small group; a mature, established tank with some existing algae\/biofilm helps them settle in fastest\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 68–80°F (20–27°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitive to ammonia\/nitrite spikes and to copper-based medications — always add Amano Shrimp to a fully cycled tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full setup, diet, and water-parameter breakdown, see our \u003cstrong\u003eAmano Shrimp Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Amano Shrimp for sale at Splashy Fish Store are quarantined for 14 days before shipping and ship live within the USA from our Virginia-based fish store, backed by our \u003cstrong\u003elive-arrival guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e. Looking for other cleanup crew options? Browse our full Freshwater Shrimp collection, including other Caridina Shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmano Shrimp FAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do Amano Shrimp do for my tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmano Shrimp are one of the most effective algae-eating cleanup crew members available, especially against hair and thread algae that many other species won't touch. They also graze biofilm, diatoms, and leftover food, helping keep glass, décor, and plant leaves clean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size and pack options do Amano Shrimp come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe offer Amano Shrimp in 5-pack and 10-pack group sizes. Adults reach about 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm), noticeably larger than most Neocaridina shrimp, which helps them graze algae more effectively and reduces the odds of being preyed on by small fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Amano Shrimp live with bettas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSometimes, but it's not guaranteed. Amano Shrimp are peaceful and generally not aggressive, but an individual betta can still view a shrimp as prey, particularly in a small or sparsely planted tank. A heavily planted tank with hiding spots improves the odds, but if you want a zero-risk pairing, choose tankmates like tetras, Corydoras, or peaceful snails instead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Amano Shrimp breed in a home freshwater aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot reliably. Females do carry and release eggs in freshwater, but the larvae require brackish (salt-mixed) water to develop through their larval stages before they can transition back to freshwater as juveniles. Without a dedicated brackish-water setup, the larvae won't survive, so most home aquariums won't see Amano Shrimp reproduce on their own — one reason we sell them as adult groups rather than breeding stock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tank size and water conditions do Amano Shrimp need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 5-gallon tank can work for a small group, though a larger, well-established aquarium with some algae or biofilm already present helps them settle in faster. 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