Can Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) live with Red Nose Shrimp?
Not recommended
Why
- Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) will eat adult Red Nose Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
Side-by-side
| Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) | Red Nose Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–79°F | 73–82°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–15 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.75" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) (to keep Red Nose Shrimp):
- Amano Shrimp — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Black Rose Shrimp — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Carbon Rili Shrimp — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Red Nose Shrimp (to keep Dwarf Crayfish (CPO)):
- 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
- Dwarf Crayfish (CPO): buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Red Nose 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 Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) · …with Red Nose Shrimp