Poso Orange Shrimp tank mates
Caridina glaubrechti
6 rated pairings from the Poso Orange Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Poso Orange Shrimp needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
5 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful algae eaters that share similar water parameters and do not prey on shrimp
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-aggressive fish that occupy mid-water column and do not threaten shrimp
Dwarf Hairgrass Mini
Eleocharis pusilla
Provides dense plant cover and biofilm growth essential for shrimp grazing
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant that creates shelter and supports biofilm development without being uprooted by shrimp
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Dense moss provides ideal grazing substrate and molting refuge for shrimp colonies
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
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