The Amano Shrimp is the OG of all freshwater shrimp. Popularized in the 1990s by master aquascaper Takashi Amano, this species revolutionized the hobby by proving to be an invaluable asset to any aquarium clean-up crew. Larger and hardier than most dwarf shrimp, Amanos are famous for their appetite for nuisance algae, including the stubborn hair and string varieties that other shrimp ignore. They feature a translucent body decorated with a pattern of broken tan or brown horizontal lines and a subtle stripe running down the back.
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Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to maintain stable parameters to ensure a healthy, thriving colony!
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Caridina multidentata |
| Common Name(s) | Amano Shrimp, Yamato Shrimp, Japanese Swamp Shrimp |
| Care Difficulty | Easy |
| Adult Size | 2.00"+ (5.0+ cm) |
| Diet | Omnivore / Heavy Algae & Biofilm Grazing |
| Minimum Tank Size | 10 Gallons |
| Temperature Range | 65°F–84°F (18°C–29°C) |
| pH Range | 6.5–8.0 |
| General Hardness (GH) | 1–15 dGH |
| Carbonate Hardness (KH) | 1–10 dKH |
| Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) | 80–450 ppm |
| Lifespan | 2–3 Years |
1. How do I properly acclimate my new freshwater shrimp to prevent shock?
Dwarf shrimp are sensitive to sudden shifts in water parameters and total dissolved solids (TDS). Always drip acclimate new arrivals over 1 to 2 hours before releasing them into your tank. Follow our step-by-step tutorial in 7 Easy Steps to Drip Acclimate Shrimp and Fish for the perfect drip rate setup.
2. What substrate is best for keeping dwarf shrimp healthy?
It depends on the species! Neocaridina and Amano shrimp thrive in inert substrates like gravel or sand, while Caridina species like Crystal Red Shrimp prefer active aquasoils that buffer pH down. Learn how to select the right foundation for your aquarium shrimp in our Best Substrate for Shrimp Guide.
3. Will Amano Shrimp overpopulate my aquarium?
No, Amano Shrimp will not overpopulate home setups. Breeding Amano Shrimp is uniquely challenging because the newborn larvae require a transition into brackish or saltwater to survive before returning to fresh water as juveniles. To learn more about reproductive cycles for shrimp for aquariums, read our guide on How to Breed Freshwater Shrimp.
4. Are dwarf shrimp easy to care for if I am a beginner?
Yes, Amano Shrimp are incredibly hardy and ideal for beginners due to their wide parameter tolerance and resilience in community tanks. Get a complete overview of parameters, diet, and setup requirements in our Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp Care Guide.
Overall rating: 4.5684934 / 5 from 146 reviews.
Amano Shrimp are vibrant, healthy, and well-packaged, with excellent customer service and fast shipping. They are hardy, adaptable, and great for algae control in aquariums. Recommended for a minimum 5-gallon tank, these shrimp are sensitive to water quality and require special care.
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"Quick delivery and all shrimps arrived safe and alive. The Amanos are juveniles and Buceplant even provided extra shrimp to survive the journey at no extra charge as well. Highly recommend!"
"The shipment arrived quick and the Amano Shrimps in good condition however they are very small. I was expecting to received some of them between 0. 75" and 1. 5" as the sale advertise but the majority of them were smaller than 0. 75" with just a couple aproximately measuring 0. 75". I believe the advertised size is misleading, that is the reason I am giving 3 stars to my review."
"I ordered a shipment of 10 of these, and I think some extra little ones snuck in there with them. They all arrived happy and healthy, and have already started making a difference keeping my Walstad tank clean."
"Arrived in Great Condition. I order All my livestock and plants from Buce."
"Ordered them on Sunday, they were shipped on Monday, and I received them before noon on Tuesday. They were all alive and healthy-appearing, and there were definitely more than 20! After acclimating them, into the tank they went. After 1 week, they are now just starting to venture out from their cholla logs to explore their new world. They are so tiny. I also have a few adult Neocaridinas, and they look huge compared to the Amanos, but I know the Amanos will catch up quickly. I am very pleased with everything about the order. It couldn't have turned out better."
"Arrived quickly, all alive and appear quite healthy"
"Ordered 20 amano and 10 cherry shrimp. One was DOA but not complaining. I Live in Ohio and they were shipped from California. There were 21 amanos and 12 cherry shrimp so I ended up with more than I purchased even with the one DOA. I did lose a couple of cherries due to failed molt even though my water parameters are good but I expected that. Water is PH 7. 2, GH10, KH 6. 0 ammonia and nitrite, <5 nitrate."
"They all came alive and the packaging was fantastic. I couldn’t of asked for a better delivery."
"Shipment arrived fast. Everyone was lively and healthy looking. Good coloration, great condition and acclimated well. Order came packaged very well, live arrival was guaranteed."
"The shrimp all came alive but came vary small"
