Bamboo Shrimp tank mates
Atyopsis moluccensis
5 rated pairings from the Bamboo Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Bamboo Shrimp needs at least 20 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae eater with similar water requirements; won't compete for food or harass shrimp
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Compatible filter-feeding shrimp; peaceful and share similar water parameters
Ramshorn Snail
Planorbarius corneus
5 gal min · 0.75" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful invertebrate that won't disturb shrimp or compete for suspended food particles
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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