Bloody Mary Shrimp tank mates
Neocaridina davidi 'Bloody Mary'
6 rated pairings from the Bloody Mary Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Bloody Mary Shrimp needs at least 5 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that won't predate on adult shrimp; compatible temperature and pH ranges
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Algae-eating fish with identical water parameters; peaceful and non-aggressive toward shrimp
Nerite Snail
Neritina natalensis
5 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae eater with overlapping habitat preferences; no predation risk
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides shelter, grazing surfaces, and biofilm production; essential for shrimp colonies
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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