Can Chocolate Shrimp live with Painted Fire Red Shrimp?
Light caution
Why
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 74–75°F.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.5–7.8.
Sweet spot: both do well at 74–75°F and pH 7.5–7.8 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Chocolate Shrimp | Painted Fire Red Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–80°F | 65–75°F |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 | 6.5–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 8–18 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater
Where to buy
- Painted Fire Red Shrimp: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm 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.
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