Can Angelfish Live With Blue Dream Shrimp?
❌Not Compatible
Angelfish and Blue Dream Shrimp are not compatible due to size mismatch or behavioral conflicts.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Angelfish | Blue Dream Shrimp | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84°F | 65–80°F | 76–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6" | 1.5" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 5 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
intermediatesemi-aggressive30+ gal
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.
Full care guide →Blue Dream Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Dream
beginnerpeaceful5+ gal
The Blue Dream Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Dream) is a beginner-level freshwater invertebrate growing to 1.5 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 5 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Angelfish:
For Blue Dream Shrimp:
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