Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)

   Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata) – Your aquascape's essential ally

   The Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata, formerly Japonica) is the undisputed queen of aquarium cleaning. Popularized by Takashi Amano, it is essential for eliminating undesirable algae (especially filamentous algae) and keeping the decor, mosses, and aquatic plants a vibrant green.

   Very active, robust, and peaceful, it spends its days exploring the substrate and hardscape in search of nutrients.

   Scientific name: Caridina multidentata

   Origin: Japan / Taiwan

   Adult size: Up to 4-5 cm for females

   Diet: Omnivorous with an algivorous tendency (algae, biofilm, food remnants)

   Reproduction: Impossible in freshwater (larvae require a brackish water stage), which avoids any risk of overpopulation.

 💧 Recommended care parameters

Reared in optimal conditions, our Amano shrimp easily adapt to most freshwater aquariums:

Parameter:

   Temperature: 18°C to 26°C (ideally 22-24°C)

   PH: 6.5 to 7.5 

   GH: 6 to 12 °dGH 

   KH: 2 to 8 °dKH 

   Nitrates: < 20 mg/L 

 🌿   Aquascaping tip: We recommend keeping them in groups of at least 5 to 10 individuals so that they feel secure and exhibit natural and effective algae-eating behavior.