Amano Shrimp (Caridina typus)

Amano Shrimp – Natural Algae Control for Planted Aquariums

Keep your planted aquarium cleaner while adding an active and peaceful freshwater inhabitant with Amano Shrimp (Caridina typus). Known for grazing on algae, biofilm and leftover food, Amano Shrimp are a popular choice for planted tanks and aquascapes.

Their active grazing behaviour makes them particularly useful in aquariums where algae management is important. They are peaceful community inhabitants and work well alongside suitable non-aggressive fish and other peaceful aquarium livestock.

Care & Placement Details

• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
• Light Requirements: Low to Moderate
• CO₂ Needs: Not Required
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Tank Placement: Bottom / All Areas
• Water Type: Freshwater
• Diet: Algae, biofilm, leftover food and quality shrimp foods
• Temperament: Peaceful

Amano Shrimp Care Tips

Keep Amano Shrimp in a mature, fully cycled aquarium with stable water parameters and plenty of natural surfaces for grazing. Driftwood, rocks, plants and other hardscape provide excellent surfaces for algae and biofilm.

They are generally peaceful, but avoid housing them with large or aggressive fish that may prey on them. A varied diet can include quality shrimp food, algae wafers and occasional blanched vegetables when natural food is insufficient.

Why Buy From OhMleT Shoppe?

• Premium-quality live Amano Shrimp
• Carefully selected before dispatch
• Secure, expert livestock transit packaging
• Professionally packed for safer transportation
• Safe shipping across India, including remote locations
• Ideal for planted tanks, aquascapes and algae management

Add Amano Shrimp to your cart and introduce a hardworking natural algae grazer to your aquarium. Minimum order value is ₹150. Shipping charges apply. COD is not available.