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Can Nerite Snail live with Painted Fire Red 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 6.5–7.8 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Nerite SnailPainted Fire Red Shrimp
Temperature68–82°F65–75°F
pH6.5–86.5–7.8
Hardness (GH)6–15 dGH6–15 dGH
Adult size1"1.5"
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 Nerite Snail · …with Painted Fire Red Shrimp

Related pairings

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