Can Ghost Shrimp live with Panther Crab?
Not recommended
Why
- Panther Crab will hunt and eat Ghost Shrimp — even large filter shrimp are not safe.
Side-by-side
| Ghost Shrimp | Panther Crab | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–15 dGH | 8–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.5" | 3" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Predatory |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Ghost Shrimp (to keep Panther Crab):
- Pom Pom Crab — 1", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) — 1.75", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Assassin Snail — 1", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Panther Crab (to keep Ghost Shrimp):
- Thai Micro Crab — 0.4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Rabbit Snail — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Clown Pleco — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Ghost Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Panther Crab: 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 Ghost Shrimp · …with Panther Crab