Can Amano Shrimp live with Neon Blue Rasbora?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping water hardness: Amano Shrimp wants 6–15 dGH but Neon Blue Rasbora wants 1–5 dGH.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 6.5–6.5.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–79°F and pH 6.5–6.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Amano Shrimp | Neon Blue Rasbora | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.8 | 4.5–6.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–15 dGH | 1–5 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 0.8" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
Where to buy
- Amano Shrimp: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
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