Can Blue Dream Shrimp live with Clown Rasbora?
Not recommended
Why
- Clown Rasbora will eat adult Blue Dream Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
Side-by-side
| Blue Dream Shrimp | Clown Rasbora | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–78°F | 73–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.8 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–14 dGH | 2–10 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 4" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Blue Dream Shrimp (to keep Clown Rasbora):
- 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
Instead of Clown Rasbora (to keep Blue Dream 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
Where to buy
- Blue Dream Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Clown Rasbora: 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 Blue Dream Shrimp · …with Clown Rasbora