Can Amano Shrimp Live With Blue Tang (Regal Tang)?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Amano Shrimp needs 6.5–7.5, Blue Tang (Regal Tang) needs 8.1–8.4.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Amano Shrimp | Blue Tang (Regal Tang) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80°F | 75–82°F | 75–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 2" | 12" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 75 gal | 75 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore/Detritivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
beginnerpeaceful10+ gal
Amano shrimp, named after legendary aquascaper Takashi Amano, are the best algae-eating shrimp available. They are larger than cherry shrimp and voraciously consume hair algae, soft green algae, and leftover food. They do not breed in freshwater.
Full care guide →Blue Tang (Regal Tang)
Paracanthurus hepatus
intermediatesemi-aggressive75+ gal
The blue tang — Dory from Finding Nemo — is one of the most recognizable marine fish with its vivid royal blue body, black palette marking, and yellow tail. While stunning, they grow large (up to 12 inches), are highly susceptible to ich, and need tanks of 75+ gallons. They are not beginner fish despite their popularity following the movies.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Amano Shrimp:
For Blue Tang (Regal Tang):
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