5 Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata) – Freshwater Algae Eater

Keep your aquarium clean and algae-free with our Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)! These popular freshwater shrimp are famous for their excellent algae-eating ability and peaceful nature. They are larger than Neocaridina shrimp, making them ideal for planted or community tanks where they can actively graze and maintain a healthy ecosystem.

You will receive 5 healthy, active Amano Shrimp — carefully selected and ready to thrive in your tank.

Species Details:

• Scientific Name: Caridina multidentata

• Size: ~1–2 inches

• Lifespan: 2–3 years

• Temperature: 68–78°F

• pH: 6.5–7.8

• Tank Size: 10+ gallons

• Diet: Algae, biofilm, blanched vegetables, algae wafers, shrimp pellets.

• Amano Shrimp are peaceful and community-friendly, making them perfect for tanks with small fish, snails, and other shrimp species. They thrive in planted aquariums and are well-known for eating hair algae, detritus, and leftover food.
• Amano Shrimp cannot breed in freshwater, so they are perfect for algae control without risk of overpopulation.