Can Angelfish Live With Amano Shrimp?
Angelfish and Amano Shrimp may coexist with careful monitoring, adequate space, and hiding spots.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Angelfish | Amano Shrimp | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84°F | 70–80°F | 76–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 10 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore/Detritivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Angelfish + Amano Shrimp
To keep Angelfish and Amano Shrimp together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Amano Shrimp should be kept in a school of 5+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
Freshwater angelfish are elegant, tall-bodied cichlids that are a centerpiece in many community aquariums. They come in many color varieties including silver, marble, koi, and black. While generally peaceful, they become territorial when breeding and will eat small fish like neon tetras.
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Caridina multidentata
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.
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