How difficult is it to keep Amano Shrimp?

Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.

What is the ideal temperature for Amano Shrimp?

The ideal temperature for Amano Shrimp is 18〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Amano Shrimp?

The average lifespan of Amano Shrimp is 2-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Amano Shrimp get?

Amano Shrimp typically reaches 3-5cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Amano Shrimp?

Amano Shrimp feeds on: Algae, shrimp food, leftover food. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Amano Shrimp?

The price of Amano Shrimp varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Amano Shrimp

Beginner

Caridina multidentata

A translucent freshwater shrimp famed as the top algae-eater and an indispensable cleanup animal for planted aquariums. Hardy and long-lasting, it rarely breeds in pure freshwater.

Difficulty

Beginner

Temperature

18〜28℃

Lifespan

2-3 years

Size

3-5cm

Humidity

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Diet

Algae, shrimp food, leftover food

About

The Amano shrimp (Caridina multidentata) is a freshwater shrimp of East Asian rivers, celebrated in the aquarium hobby as the finest algae-eater available. It owes its English name to the legendary aquascaper Takashi Amano, who popularized it as a cleanup crew for planted tanks. At 3-5 cm it is relatively large for an ornamental shrimp, with a translucent grey-green body marked by rows of reddish-brown dots. It devours filamentous algae and leftover food without harming plants, making it ideal for aquascapes. Because its larvae are amphidromous and develop only in brackish water, it essentially does not multiply in a normal freshwater tank, a plus for those who do not want a population explosion. It lives a comparatively long 2-3 years, but is sensitive to high temperatures and low oxygen, so summer cooling and good aeration matter.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Lifespan of the Amano Shrimp

The Amano Shrimp lives 2-3 years.

Size of the Amano Shrimp

The Amano Shrimp grows to 3-5cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Amano Shrimp

The ideal temperature for the Amano Shrimp is 18〜28℃.

Hardy across 18-28°C, it is nonetheless very sensitive to copper and fish medications.

Basic Info

Origin

Streams of East Asia including Japan, Taiwan, and the Korean Peninsula

Lifespan

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Caridina multidentata Stimpson, 1860

Authority databases: Wikipedia

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listed

Invertebrate (freshwater shrimp). Caridina multidentata is not listed under CITES and is not designated as a specified invasive species. Since it includes Japanese native subspecies, releasing captive-bred individuals into the wild should be avoided to prevent genetic introgression.

Sources: CITES Appendices (Checklist)

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.