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Can Gold Mystery Snail live with Yellow Neocaridina Shrimp?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 68–78°F and pH 7–7.8 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Gold Mystery SnailYellow Neocaridina Shrimp
Temperature68–82°F65–78°F
pH7–86.5–7.8
Hardness (GH)8–18 dGH4–14 dGH
Adult size1.8"1"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank10 gal5 gal

Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.

Where to buy

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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