Red Ruby Shrimp tank mates
Caridina logemanni
5 rated pairings from the Red Ruby Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Red Ruby Shrimp needs at least 5 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-predatory fish; may occasionally consume shrimplets but generally safe with adults
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Nano fish that coexist peacefully; minimal bioload and no predatory behavior toward shrimp
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp species; may compete for food but generally compatible in established colonies
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