Golden Bee Shrimp tank mates
Caridina logemanni
5 rated pairings from the Golden Bee Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Golden Bee 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 similar water parameters and does not prey on shrimp
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Micro fish that pose no threat to shrimp and prefer similar soft water conditions
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides essential biofilm growth, shelter, and grazing surfaces for Golden Bee Shrimp
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-aggressive fish that thrive in soft acidic water; may occasionally nip at shrimp but generally compatible
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp species that coexist peacefully; may occasionally compete for food but generally compatible
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.