Sakura Rili Shrimp tank mates
Neocaridina davidi
6 rated pairings from the Sakura Rili Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Sakura Rili Shrimp needs at least 5 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
5 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that do not predate on shrimp; excellent community tank mate
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Algae-eating fish that shares similar peaceful grazing behavior and water parameters
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-aggressive fish that coexist peacefully with shrimp colonies
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Same species complex; can interbreed but coexist peacefully in mixed colonies
Nerite Snail
Neritina natalensis
5 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Algae-eating snail that shares similar peaceful temperament and does not compete aggressively
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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