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Compatibility

Compatibility brief

Can Amano Shrimp live with Blue Dream Shrimp?

Amano Shrimp

Amano Shrimp

Caridina multidentata

peaceful~5cm
Blue Dream Shrimp

Blue Dream Shrimp

Neocaridina davidi

peaceful~2.5cm
VerdictCAUTION

Caution. Check the issues below before buying.

Amano Shrimp and Blue Dream Shrimp: ID ambiguity and thin sources on at least one side, so this is a cautious read, not a green light. Plan for adult sizes, a stable shared water window, and individual behaviour; verify against a second reference you trust.

Compatibility score

65/100

Profile confidence: low

How we decideFishori checks adult size and predation risk, behaviour, water requirements and tank needs before giving a verdict.

Min tank

40L

Combined minimum footprint reference for these two species: about 40L (larger active fish often want more length).

Temperature
Range in °C20–28°C shared
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pH
Range6.5–7.5 shared
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Assessment details

  1. Data or identification limits

    Top issue

    At least one fish has common trade or ID ambiguity, so the numbers here may not match the individual in the shop.

  2. Compatible temperature range

    Both fish can comfortably share similar water temperatures.

“At least one fish has common trade or ID ambiguity, so the…”

Data or identification limits

Next steps

Concrete changes, not "research more" filler.

  • •Blue Dream Shrimp should be kept in a group of at least 10 for best health and behaviour.
Sources from both profiles
Only URLs that exist on the species records are shown. We do not fabricate citations.
  • LiveAquaria. Japonica / Amano shrimp (care profile)

    Primary: major retailer invertebrate care page: temperature, pH, tank size, algae use, and tank-mate safety. Copy uses Caridina japonica; current valid name for the hobby Amano is C. multidentata. Treat the care numbers as a practical anchor, not a taxonomic guarantee.

  • FishBase. Caridina multidentata

    Secondary: current scientific name and range context; compare with invertebrate-keeper guides when breeding or species confirmation matters.

  • Aquarium Co-Op. Neocaridina Colour Varieties

    Primary: retailer guide covering blue dream, blue velvet, and other Neocaridina colour lines with breeding warnings on cross-colour mixing.

  • Shrimp Wiki. Neocaridina Colour Genetics

    Secondary: community reference on Neocaridina colour line stability and the wild-type reversion risk when colours are mixed.

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Plan further

Check each species’ mates list, size the glass, then verify the full stock in the builder. Methodology explains how verdicts are produced.

Individual fish vary in personality. Fishori uses conservative hobby rules. Observe any new introduction closely, feed thoughtfully, and keep a quarantine or backup plan. This is not veterinary advice.

Profile data confidence: medium. Typical care sources — trade names for this fish get mixed up, so verify the ID before you buy.

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