Wine Red Shrimp tank mates
Caridina cantonensis
6 rated pairings from the Wine Red Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Wine Red Shrimp needs at least 5 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Similar water requirements and peaceful temperament; both are biofilm grazers
Crystal Red Shrimp
Caridina cantonensis var. Crystal Red
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Same species lineage with identical soft, acidic water needs and compatible behavior
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides biofilm growth, shelter, and grazing surfaces essential for shrimp health
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant that creates biofilm surfaces and provides hiding spaces without requiring high light
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that tolerate soft acidic water; minimal predation risk to adults
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-aggressive fish that thrive in soft water and won't threaten shrimp
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