Can Kribensis live with Cardinal Shrimp?
Not recommended
Why
- Kribensis will eat adult Cardinal Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.5–7.8.
Side-by-side
| Kribensis | Cardinal Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 79–84°F |
| pH | 6–7.8 | 7.5–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–19 dGH | 8–18 dGH |
| Adult size | 3.5" | 0.8" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Kribensis (to keep Cardinal Shrimp):
- Clown Pleco — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Colombian Zebra Pleco — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Gold Kuhli Loach — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Cardinal Shrimp (to keep Kribensis):
- Flower Shrimp — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- 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
Where to buy
- Kribensis: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cardinal 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 Kribensis · …with Cardinal Shrimp