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Compatibility

Compatibility brief

Can Cherry Shrimp live with Otocinclus?

Cherry Shrimp

Cherry Shrimp

Neocaridina davidi

peaceful~2.5cm
Otocinclus

Otocinclus

Otocinclus spp. (trade: usually O. vittatus / O. macrospilus)

peaceful~5cm
VerdictGOOD

Often a workable match in a suitable, well-run tank. Still verify behaviour in your setup.

A staple algae-crew pairing. The only caveat is identity: shop 'otos' are usually O. vittatus or O. macrospilus sold under the wrong name — care is the same, but buy plump, settled fish and feed them properly.

Compatibility score

100/100

Profile confidence: low

Order of checkstank volume vs adults → predation mouth gap → temperament / fin nipping → shared water windows.

Min tank

60L

Combined minimum footprint reference for these two species: about 60L (larger active fish often want more length).

Temperature
Range in °C20–27°C shared
Cherry ShrimpOtocinclusShared window
pH
Range6.5–7.5 shared
Cherry ShrimpOtocinclusShared window

Assessment details

  1. Known compatible pairing

    A staple algae-crew pairing. The only caveat is identity: shop 'otos' are usually O. vittatus or O. macrospilus sold under the wrong name — care is the same, but buy plump, settled fish and feed them properly.

  2. Compatible temperature range

    Both fish can comfortably share similar water temperatures.

  3. 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.

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

Data or identification limits

Next steps

Concrete changes, not "research more" filler.

  • •Cherry Shrimp should be kept in a group of at least 10 for best health and behaviour.
  • •Otocinclus should be kept in a group of at least 6 for best health and behaviour.
Sources from both profiles
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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. Driven by the lower-confidence profile (Cherry Shrimp): Typical care sources — trade names for this fish get mixed up, so verify the ID before you buy.

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Cherry Shrimp + Otocinclus — common questions

Can Cherry Shrimp live with Otocinclus?
Usually, yes. The pairing resolves GOOD in Fishori's checks for a tank of about 60 litres or more with the shared water windows shown on this page. Individual fish still vary, so watch the first weeks closely.
What tank size do you need for Cherry Shrimp and Otocinclus together?
Plan around 60 litres as the working minimum. That figure comes from each species' published minimum and their group needs, and it assumes adult sizes, not shop sizes.
What's the main risk?
Data or identification limits. That is the first thing to plan around. The matching entry under assessment details on this page explains the reasoning and the numbers behind it.
What should you check before buying?
Cherry Shrimp should be kept in a group of at least 10 for best health and behaviour. Otocinclus should be kept in a group of at least 6 for best health and behaviour.