Malaya Shrimp tank mates
Caridina malayensis
6 rated pairings from the Malaya Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Malaya 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; shares similar water parameters and grazing behavior
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides shelter, biofilm growth, and natural grazing surface
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant; provides cover and biofilm production without being eaten
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 will not prey on adult shrimp
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Very small, peaceful schooling fish; minimal predation risk
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp species; generally compatible though may compete for food
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.