Amano Shrimp – Natural Algae Cleaner for Freshwater Aquariums (10+2 Pack)

$38.95

  • Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata): Known for their efficiency as algae cleaners, these shrimp are industrious scavengers, constantly foraging for algae in aquariums.

  • Peaceful Nature: These shrimps are peaceful and non-aggressive, making them ideal for community tanks with small fish and other peaceful inhabitants.

  • Algae-Eating Behavior: Known for their voracious appetite for algae, these shrimp are constantly grazing with their front legs, climbing plant leaves, and even swiping food from larger fish, contributing to aquarium cleanliness.

  • Hardiness: Amano shrimps are hardy and adaptable to a variety of water conditions, though they thrive in well-oxygenated and clean water environments.

  • Unique Behaviors: Beyond their cleaning role, these shrimp exhibit fascinating behaviors such as meticulous food scavenging and interaction with their environment, adding both activity and intrigue to any aquarium setting.

  • Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata): Known for their efficiency as algae cleaners, these shrimp are industrious scavengers, constantly foraging for algae in aquariums.

  • Peaceful Nature: These shrimps are peaceful and non-aggressive, making them ideal for community tanks with small fish and other peaceful inhabitants.

  • Algae-Eating Behavior: Known for their voracious appetite for algae, these shrimp are constantly grazing with their front legs, climbing plant leaves, and even swiping food from larger fish, contributing to aquarium cleanliness.

  • Hardiness: Amano shrimps are hardy and adaptable to a variety of water conditions, though they thrive in well-oxygenated and clean water environments.

  • Unique Behaviors: Beyond their cleaning role, these shrimp exhibit fascinating behaviors such as meticulous food scavenging and interaction with their environment, adding both activity and intrigue to any aquarium setting.

Product Overview

Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata) are widely recognized as one of the best natural algae-eating shrimp for freshwater aquariums. Popularized by famous aquascaper Takashi Amano, these shrimp are highly valued for their ability to control algae while adding interesting activity to planted tanks.

Amano shrimp have a translucent body with small dotted markings along their sides and can grow larger than most dwarf shrimp species. Their active behavior and constant grazing make them an excellent addition to planted aquariums and aquascapes.

At Seam Oasis, our Amano shrimp are carefully selected to ensure they are healthy, active, and ready to thrive in a well-maintained aquarium.

Why Choose Amano Shrimp

• One of the best natural algae eaters for aquariums
• Larger and more visible than many dwarf shrimp
• Peaceful temperament suitable for community aquariums
• Ideal for planted tanks and aquascaping setups
• Hardy and adaptable freshwater shrimp species
• Constant grazers that help maintain a clean aquarium

Amano shrimp are highly recommended for aquarists looking to control algae naturally without relying on chemicals.

Tank Parameters

Amano shrimp are hardy and adapt well to a variety of freshwater aquarium conditions.

Recommended parameters:

Temperature: 68°F – 78°F (20°C – 26°C)
pH Level: 6.5 – 7.5
GH (General Hardness): 6 – 12
KH (Carbonate Hardness): 2 – 6
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons recommended
Water Type: Freshwater planted aquarium

Stable water parameters and good water quality are important for long-term shrimp health.

Care Guide

Amano shrimp thrive in well-maintained aquariums with plenty of natural surfaces for grazing.

Recommended tank setup includes:

• Planted aquariums with moss and aquatic plants
• Driftwood and rocks for biofilm growth
• Sponge filters or gentle filtration
• Stable water conditions with regular maintenance

Amano shrimp are peaceful and can live with many small community fish species, making them an excellent addition to planted aquariums.

Natural Algae Cleaners

Amano shrimp are famous for their exceptional algae-eating abilities. They constantly graze on various types of algae and organic material throughout the aquarium.

Their diet includes:

• hair algae
• soft algae growth
• biofilm
• leftover fish food
• organic debris

Because of this natural behavior, Amano shrimp are widely used in aquascaping tanks to help maintain a cleaner and healthier aquarium ecosystem.

Breeding Information

Breeding Amano shrimp is much more complex than breeding Neocaridina shrimp. Although females may carry eggs in freshwater aquariums, the larvae require brackish water conditions to develop properly.

Because of this, most Amano shrimp available in the aquarium trade are raised through specialized breeding processes. This makes them a valuable addition to planted aquariums where they can live for several years under proper care.

Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee

At Seam Oasis, all shrimp are packed with professional care to ensure they arrive healthy and safe.

Shipping includes:

• insulated shipping boxes
• oxygen-permeable breather bags
• temperature protection when necessary

We proudly offer a Live Arrival Guarantee. In the rare event of DOA (Dead on Arrival), simply contact us with clear photos within the required timeframe and our team will work quickly to resolve the issue.

Perfect for Planted Aquariums

Amano shrimp are ideal for:

• planted aquariums
• aquascaping tanks
• community freshwater aquariums
• algae control in planted setups

Their constant grazing, peaceful temperament, and algae-eating abilities make them one of the most useful shrimp species for freshwater aquariums.

Whether you are building a planted aquascape or looking for a natural algae solution, Amano Shrimp are one of the best additions to any freshwater aquarium.