Can Angelfish live with Blue Velvet Shrimp?
Not recommended
Why
- Angelfish will eat adult Blue Velvet Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 78°F.
Side-by-side
| Angelfish | Blue Velvet Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–84°F | 65–78°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 3–12 dGH | 4–14 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Angelfish (to keep Blue Velvet Shrimp):
- Cherry Barb — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- False Rummy Nose Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- False Rummynose Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Blue Velvet Shrimp (to keep Angelfish):
- Amano Shrimp — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Bamboo / Wood Shrimp — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Vampire Shrimp — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Angelfish: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Blue Velvet Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics 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.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Angelfish · …with Blue Velvet Shrimp