Can Green Jade Shrimp live with Pom Pom Crab?
Not recommended
Why
- Pom Pom Crab will eat adult Green Jade Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
Side-by-side
| Green Jade Shrimp | Pom Pom Crab | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–78°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.8 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–14 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 5 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Green Jade Shrimp (to keep Pom Pom Crab):
- 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 Pom Pom Crab (to keep Green Jade Shrimp):
- Thai Micro Crab — 0.4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Blue Tiger Shrimp — 1.2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cherry Shrimp — 1", peaceful buy at Buce Plant · Buce Plant live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Green Jade Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pom Pom 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 Green Jade Shrimp · …with Pom Pom Crab