Can amano shrimp live with celestial pearl danios?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Amano shrimp and celestial pearl danios get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 10 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–79°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: amano shrimp the bottom, celestial pearl danios the mid.
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Care at a glance
| Amano shrimp | Celestial pearl danio | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80 °F | 72–79 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 3+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can amano shrimp live with celestial pearl danios?
Yes. Amano shrimp and celestial pearl danios get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 10 gal.
What temperature suits both amano shrimp and celestial pearl danios?
72–79 °F. Amano shrimp need 70–80 °F, celestial pearl danios need 72–79 °F.
What size tank do amano shrimp and celestial pearl danios need together?
At least 10 gal, set by the amano shrimp. Add space for each extra fish.










