Can Sulawesi Snail live with Tangerine Tiger Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping temperature: Sulawesi Snail wants 79–86°F but Tangerine Tiger Shrimp wants 68–76°F.
- No overlapping pH: Sulawesi Snail wants 7.5–8.5 but Tangerine Tiger Shrimp wants 5.8–6.8.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–6 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Sulawesi Snail | Tangerine Tiger Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 79–86°F | 68–76°F |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 | 5.8–6.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–15 dGH | 3–6 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 15 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: An adjustable heater · GH remineraliser
Where to buy
- Sulawesi Snail: 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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