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Can Crystal Red Shrimp live with Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 68–75°F and pH 6–6.8 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Crystal Red ShrimpOrange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp
Temperature68–76°F65–75°F
pH5.8–6.86–7.2
Hardness (GH)3–6 dGH3–8 dGH
Adult size1"1.2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank5 gal10 gal

Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.

Where to buy

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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Everything compatible with Crystal Red Shrimp · …with Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp

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