Can Pinto Shrimp live with Siamese Algae Eater?
Not recommended
Why
- Siamese Algae Eater will eat adult Pinto Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 6.5–6.8.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Pinto Shrimp | Siamese Algae Eater | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–74°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 5.8–6.8 | 6.5–7.6 |
| Hardness (GH) | 3–6 dGH | 6–7.5 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 6" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Pinto Shrimp (to keep Siamese Algae Eater):
- 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 Siamese Algae Eater (to keep Pinto Shrimp):
- Platy — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Variatus Platy — 2.75", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pygmy Cory — 1", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Pinto Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Siamese Algae Eater: 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 Pinto Shrimp · …with Siamese Algae Eater