Red Tibee Shrimp tank mates
Caridina sp. (Tibee)
5 rated pairings from the Red Tibee Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Red Tibee 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 does not prey on shrimp
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Nano fish with peaceful temperament; ideal community tank mate for shrimp colonies
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides essential grazing surface, biofilm production, and molting support
Good matches
2 · 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 do not threaten shrimp
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Compatible with Red Tibee; both occupy similar ecological niches without conflict
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