Crown Shrimp tank mates
Caridina logemanni
6 rated pairings from the Crown Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Crown Shrimp needs at least 5 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
Small, peaceful algae-eater that shares bottom-dwelling niche without competing or predating
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides grazing surface, shelter for shrimplets, and biofilm production
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant offering cover and biofilm without being consumed by shrimp
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-aggressive fish that occupy mid-water column and do not prey on adult shrimp
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Nano fish with minimal bioload and peaceful temperament, ideal for small planted tanks
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp species that coexist peacefully; may occasionally consume shrimplets
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