Can Pea Puffer Live With Amano Shrimp?
❌Not Compatible
Pea Puffer is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Pea Puffer | Amano Shrimp | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 70–80°F | 74–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8 | 6.5–7.5 | 7–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | aggressive | peaceful | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 1" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore/Detritivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Pea Puffer
Carinotetraodon travancoricus
intermediateaggressive5+ gal
Pea puffers are the smallest freshwater pufferfish in the world, growing to just 1 inch. Despite their tiny size, they have big personalities — they are curious, intelligent, and surprisingly aggressive. They are best kept in species-only tanks and require live or frozen food.
Full care guide →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 →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Pea Puffer:
For Amano Shrimp:
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