Amano Shrimp

Amano Shrimp - Caridina Multidentata (formerly Caridina Japonica)

Quick Stats

Common Name: Amano Shrimp, Yamato Shrimp, Yamatonuma ebi, Marsh Shrimp

Scientific Name: Caridina Multidentata (formerly known as Caridina Japonica)

Origin: South to Central Japan. Typically found in marshes.

Size: Adults can range in size from 3-5cm

Food: Flake Food, Algae, blanched vegetables. Ours are currently feeding on the algae in their tank and supplimented with Hikari Crab Bites and Spirulina powder.

Temperature: 70-76F is ideal though Amano Shrimp can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Water Parameters: Amano Shrimp can tolerate a wide range of water conditions which make them an excellent 'starter' shrimp. Can range from soft and slightly acidic to hard and alkaline. We keep ours at a PH of 7

Larval Development: Low Form Amano Shrimp go through several plantonic stages before developing into minature shrimp. Amano larvae require brackish to full strength saltwater in order to develop through these stages.

The Amano shrimp is widely credited with being one of the first freshwater aquarium shrimp. It was made popular by noted photographer Takashi Amano. Amano Shrimp are voracious algae eaters and are well respected in the aquarium community for their ability to control algae in tanks. They can handle a wide range of water conditions which make them ideal for those who are new to shrimp keeping. In warmer climates these make excellent pond shrimp as well. Amano's do well in planted tanks, species only tanks and community aquariums with non-aggressive fish. Amano shrimp will live for several years and make a fascinating addition to any tank.

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