Can Panda Cory live with Green Jade Shrimp?
Light caution
Why
- Panda Cory leaves adult Green Jade Shrimp alone but eats the babies — the colony survives with plenty of cover.
Sweet spot: both do well at 68–77°F and pH 6.5–7.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Panda Cory | Green Jade Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–77°F | 65–78°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 4–14 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 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.
Where to buy
- Panda Cory: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Green Jade 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 Panda Cory · …with Green Jade Shrimp