Chocolate Shrimp tank mates
Neocaridina davidi var. 'Chocolate'
6 rated pairings from the Chocolate Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Chocolate Shrimp needs at least 5 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Similar water requirements and peaceful temperament; excellent algae control partners
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Same genus (Neocaridina), identical care needs, can interbreed but color morphs remain distinct
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae eaters with overlapping water parameters; no predatory behavior toward shrimp
Nerite Snail
Neritina natalensis
5 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Excellent algae control companion with identical water requirements; no competition for food
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.