Hinomaru Shrimp tank mates
Caridina logemanni
6 rated pairings from the Hinomaru Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Hinomaru 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 zone without competing or predating shrimp
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Dense plant cover provides shelter, biofilm growth, and breeding habitat for shrimp
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant that creates hiding spots and supports biofilm development without being uprooted 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 ignore shrimp
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Nano fish with peaceful temperament; minimal interaction with shrimp colony
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp species that coexist peacefully; may compete for food but no predation
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Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.