Hino Shrimp tank mates
Caridina logemanni
5 rated pairings from the Hino Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Hino 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 rasbora that shares identical water requirements and poses no threat to adult shrimp
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides essential cover, grazing surface, and breeding habitat for shrimp colonies
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.