The ULTIMATE Amano Shrimp Care Guide For Beginners!

Learn everything you need to know about caring for Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata), the fascinating creatures popularized by renowned aquarist Takashi Amano. Known for their striking translucent bodies and exceptional algae-eating abilities, Amano Shrimp are native to Japan and Southeast Asia, thriving in various freshwater habitats. Their adaptability makes them a versatile and valuable addition to aquariums around the world.

This guide delves into their habitat preferences, care requirements, and breeding challenges, providing valuable insights for both novice and experienced aquarists. Whether you're drawn to their algae-eating prowess or captivated by their beauty, Amano Shrimp can make a delightful addition to any community aquarium.

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*TIMESTAMPS*
0:00 Intro
0:16 Origin & Habitat
1:25 Appearance & Lifespan
2:39 Tank Setup & Water Parameters
4:31 Behaviour & Temperament
5:31 Diet & Feeding
6:58 Sexing & Breeding
9:16 Molting
11:03 Health Issues & Solutions
12:26 Tank Mates
13:10 Outro

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[shrimplycanadian]

Of the 4 Amanos that I mentioned (Japanese, Orange, Snow or Australian) which ones would you love to have in your aquarium?

[domepiece]

My Amano shrimp love Indian almond and Catappa leaves, Alder and Casuarina cones, Mopani and Cholla wood, Java moss, Marimo moss ball, etc. They also frequently munch on their Wonder Shell. I love watching them. I drip acclimated mine just to be safe. My betta harassed them at first but got accustomed to them quickly. Now that the shrimp have grown larger, my betta leaves them alone. I’m so glad I got them. They are entertaining, peaceful, hardy, long living, don’t reproduce, and are potentially compatible with bettas due to temperament, larger size, and minimal coloring.

[jakefromstatefarm]

I love your videos! Would you say the same goes for cherry shrimp?

[HeRo-qdtk]

Very nice video on this amazing specie

[SecoyaHomeAquatics]

Thanks Andy...excellent video...I recently bought 4 Australian Amano shrimp and I really love them...I would love to breed them...I have many neocaridina shrimp, corys, guppies and Endlers.. but these Amanos are awesome

[K.t.b.f.f.h]

I've have 2 and they are over 2 years old now

[tickingpaul]

Can you tell me what your floating plants are please, im terrible at id'ing plants.. Great video thankyou.

[I.am.nik]

I recently added some Amano shrimp to my community tank due to having a bit if an algae issue on the plants
After acclimating they have hidden behind the tank filter and heater. I haven’t seen them come out to graze on food or algae. I don’t know why? Any suggestions
(All water parameters are good. Other inhabitants are honey hourami, guppies and albino corydora)

[tirins]

Whoa! What is that floating plant in your tank that happily sustains such unceremonial water flow?

[rohitwagh]

I have a 10 gallon planted community tank with a peaceful crown betta, 6 neon tetra, 6 chilli rasboras, 5 scarlet baddies 1 mystery snail 1 assasin snail and one hillstream loach all happy and set but I want amano shrimp to comb my java moss and keep it healthy so how much amano shrimp should I add?

[mikecarbone]

I have 2 amano shrimp in a 3 gallon planted tank with no tank mates except 2 mystery snails. Is that ok?

[powergamingkannadiga]

i need keep shrimp aquariums please suggest which food is good ...and teamats

[johnprilsantander]

Is it possible to just add 3 pcs in a 5 gal tank? Or do i need a school of them ?

[KAROLsBlue]

Hi! Can I ask if I can put amano shrimp and betta in one tank?

[Dinosaurus]

Will amano shrimp prey upon cherry shrimp and if so is there a way you can prevent such from happening?

[Ishan.patel.]

Hi man How do i grow my female betta fast after 6 months i am trying to breed her with my male but my male is to big?

[bornsniper]

I accidentally left a giant tape worm in my shrimp tank and now I can find it how do I rid the fish of tape worms without hurting my shrimps. Please help

[HabibogrHabibogr-znuh]

I told the guy in pet store i have problem with algae he gived me 3 amano shrimp for free i appreciate it
But i don’t think 3 will eat all the algea

[jonathanjacobs]

You say fresh water but i caught mine in salty sea