Can Oolong Shrimp live with Spike-Topped Apple Snail?
Light caution
Why
- No overlapping pH: Oolong Shrimp wants 5.8–6.8 but Spike-Topped Apple Snail wants 7–8.
- No overlapping water hardness: Oolong Shrimp wants 0–4 dGH but Spike-Topped Apple Snail wants 5–15 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Oolong Shrimp | Spike-Topped Apple Snail | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 62–72°F | 65–79°F |
| pH | 5.8–6.8 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 0–4 dGH | 5–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.2" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser → Aquarium Co-Op
Where to buy
- Oolong Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Spike-Topped Apple Snail: 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 Oolong Shrimp · …with Spike-Topped Apple Snail