A beginner-friendly fish guide

Ghost Shrimp

Ghost Shrimp

Palaemonetes paludosus

Many fish may eat baby shrimp. A shrimp-only aquarium is safest if you want to breed them.

Beginner level 4/5

A good environment

Recommended temperature
20 ~ 27°C
Recommended pH
6.5 ~ 8.0
Preferred water hardness
Medium hardness
Minimum aquarium
20L or more

Temperament & group size

Gentle temperament; Social.

For a comfortable group, keep at least 3.

Usually swims in the multiple levels.

Tank-mate notes

Most fish may eat baby shrimp. A shrimp-only aquarium is safest when breeding.

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