Can Siamese Algae Eater live with Tiger Shrimp?
Not recommended
Why
- Siamese Algae Eater will eat adult Tiger Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–7.5 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Siamese Algae Eater | Tiger Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 68–77°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.6 | 6.2–7.2 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–7.5 dGH | 3–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Siamese Algae Eater (to keep Tiger Shrimp):
- Pygmy Cory — 1", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) — 2.5", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Platy — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Tiger 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
Where to buy
- Siamese Algae Eater: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Tiger 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 Siamese Algae Eater · …with Tiger Shrimp