Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)
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Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)
Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata) have a transparent brown body and can easily be identified by the dark spots along their body and have transparent legs. They are also part of the Caridina Family. Please note these shrimp require a pH below 7.
*Please note: For the safety of the livestock, we only ship livestock Monday – Wednesday. Please plan accordingly. We mainly sell juvenile livestock, but adults will be sent if available. We also do not sex livestock for any client – we will send a mix if available (this is to make it fair for everybody). This is company policy. PLEASE DO NOT ORDER IF YOU ARE NOT HAPPY RECEIVING ONLY MALES OR ONLY FEMALES OR JUVENILE Shrimp.
Feeding Shrimp:
Firstly, we advise feeding shrimp an all in one food like Shrimp King Complete. In addition to Shrimp King Complete, you can get some Bacter AE that you feed 2-3 times a week. In addition, GlasGarten – Mineral Junkie is a fantastic mineral supplement to feed once a week. On top of that, any shrimp snack or treat will work great. Secondly, if you have 80 or more shrimp in your tank, Shirakura – Ebi Dama is a great food that doesn’t spread or break down with water movement, but rather stays in one peace as you feed.
Other Recommendations:
As a result, a feeding dish is also recommended when feeding any food that breaks apart in the water.
Sexing Shrimp:
Sexing Shrimp is quite simple, you can check out this YouTube video on how to sex shrimp.
Our parameters of the Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata):
| PH: | 5.8 – 6.8 |
| KH: | 0 – 1 |
| GH: | 4 – 6 |
| TDS: | 120 – 180 |
| Temp: |
21 – 23 degrees Celsius |
Acclimating Shrimp:
For instance, if the shrimp has been in transit for:
- < 48 hours we recommend slowly acclimating shrimp with the “drip method”.
- 3+ days, we recommend floating the bag for 15 minutes. Subsequently, “pour” the shrimp into a fish net over a bucket. Therefore, you can catch all the shrimp in the net and let the water collect in the bucket. Further, you can add the shrimp to your tank.
In conclusion, check out our video on how to breed shrimp:
McMerwe’s Comment: Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata) are the most adaptable shrimp in the hobby. They can live in nearly all water conditions and are peaceful living side by side with other dwarf shrimp species, but there are cases where they did hurt other shrimp. They are known to be ravenous eaters and often make off with a big lump of food – take this into account when feeding. Also Keep in mind that these shrimp will not bread in freshwater. They are fantastic algae eaters![Rating 5/5]
All McMerwe items and livestock come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. All livestock went through a 10+ Day Quarantine period at our warehouse to ensure optimal Health. Please contact us if there are any issues!
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21 reviews for Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)
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Andrew Kelly (verified owner) –
Can’t go wrong with these cleaners. The more the better.
Mikhail (verified owner) –
Received my Amano Shrimp order today, absolutely beautiful specimens! These shrimp are the epitome of cleaning crew, and aliterate most types of algae and other fish / food waste. Once established, these guys become even more interesting to observe than most fish species. Highly recommended!
Johan Pieters (verified owner) –
God cleaners. Shy, hard to find. Sometimes catch the at night.
Ashley Smulian (verified owner) –
These little guys are great for a balanced eco-system. Love having them.
galen.schultz (verified owner) –
I have kept and bred all manner of shrimp, but often cried when I could not personally get the fancier ones to thrive! But these guys are hardy, and also helped me with hair algae issues. Recommended for a well-balanced aquarium.
Paul Gray (verified owner) –
These are great shrimp for any tank. Be warned, they will not eat hair algae. You might have been told they will, I have never seen it happen.
Most other types of algae they will happily deal with. In a well planted tank they are almost impossible to find/see.
I thought the two I had in my 10 gallon were long gone and then I saw them again after a year of not seeing them.
Great addition to any planted tank.
apreston (verified owner) –
These shrimp are great for any tank..super algae eaters and part of keeping your tank naturally clean. Highly recommended…
Alicia Matthews (verified owner) –
I keep Amano Shrimps in all my tanks as part of the “clean up crew” I thoroughly enjoy watching them and also looking for them, as they can be hard to spot in a densely planted tank.
adam.lewis (verified owner) –
Arrived healthy snd shipping was very quick. Great at cleaning the tank and eating algae.
meyrcr (verified owner) –
Wow! These guys are busy!
Wont keep a shrimp tank without one. Some say they are ugly to look at, but they keep the kids entertained for hours.
wilkecornelis (verified owner) –
Properly packaged. Started cleaning immediately after I added them to the aquarium. A must have for almost any aquarium!
Karl van der Schyff (verified owner) –
Excellent cleaners. Got rid of a lot of brown-type algae in my new tank.
gvernadine (verified owner) –
Healthy and lively shrimp! They got to work immediately! I bought 4 and I love that they were packaged separately (2 in a bag) I am very impressed with my purchase. Will be buying more soon!
Vincent Masefield (verified owner) –
A must have for a planted aquarium. My order arrived within 24 hours and the shrimp were well packed. The shrimp are of a high quality and size. Will be ordering more soon!
Robert Rosset (verified owner) –
Love these guys. I’m blown away how well these guys go about cleaning.
arriwyks (verified owner) –
Very healthy specimens, fast delivery, active from the time they are released in tank. Very happy thanks
Andréas Pretorius (verified owner) –
These shrimp are tough and 2 days after being introduced to the tank they started a cleaning company and they are industrious. If not for the size when fully grown, I would only stock them. They are a pleasure to watch.
Clifford Jubber (verified owner) –
Ordered two, arrived in Port Elizabeth, healthy. Blown away by the service and commitment. Best online experience yet, coming from a addict. Keep up the good work. Thanks
Chronolich (verified owner) –
These guys are a very good clean up crew.
Darius van Rensburg (verified owner) –
Excellent for keeping BBA in check.
nicholasdk (verified owner) –
Safely packed & quick delivery. The quality of the Amano Shrimp is great, they are walking around my tank like they own the place. Thanks.