Mosura Shrimp tank mates
Caridina logemanni
6 rated pairings from the Mosura Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Mosura Shrimp needs at least 10 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 does not prey on shrimp
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Dense plant growth provides shelter, biofilm, and grazing surfaces essential for shrimp
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant that creates hiding spots and supports biofilm development
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 coexist peacefully with shrimp colonies
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Micro rasbora that is too small to threaten shrimp and shares similar water preferences
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp species that can cohabitate without aggression toward Mosura
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.