Amano Shrimp - Size "M" - Caridina multidentata

🦐 Amano Shrimp Size M – Caridina multidentata

The Amano shrimp (Caridina multidentata) is one of the most popular and effective algae eaters in freshwater aquariums. In size M, it is particularly active, robust, and ideal for natural cleaning as well as for stable, well-maintained aquariums.

🏡 Characteristics
Effective algae and periphyton eater
Transparent to slightly grayish coloration with a dot pattern
Very active and constantly foraging
Peaceful and can be easily kept with other species

🌿 Care
Temperature: approx. 18–26 °C
Very adaptable and robust
Suitable for beginners and advanced aquarists
Group keeping recommended

🧬 Special Features
Known as one of the best algae eaters in the aquarium
Eats filamentous algae, periphyton, and food scraps
Reproduction in freshwater is not possible (larvae require brackish water)
Very long-lived with good care

🧬 Water Parameters (Guidelines)
GH: approx. 5–20
KH: approx. 3–15

🐠 Suitable for
Shrimp tanks, aquascapes, and community aquariums

🍽 Feeding
Algae, biofilms, food scraps, as well as supplementary high-quality shrimp food and plant-based food

📦 Note
Size M – medium-sized, strong animals