Can amano shrimp live with crayfish?
Verdict
No
No. Amano shrimp and crayfish should not share a tank. Crayfish hunt shrimp. Adult amano shrimp will be eaten.
What to watch
- Deal breakerCrayfish hunt shrimp. Adult amano shrimp will be eaten.
What works
- Both are fine at 70–77°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Amano shrimp | Crayfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80 °F | 65–77 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–8 |
| Adult size | 2.0 in | 5.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 3+ | One per tank |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for amano shrimp
Better tank mates for crayfish
Questions
Can amano shrimp live with crayfish?
No. Amano shrimp and crayfish should not share a tank. Crayfish hunt shrimp. Adult amano shrimp will be eaten.
What temperature suits both amano shrimp and crayfish?
70–77 °F. Amano shrimp need 70–80 °F, crayfish need 65–77 °F.
What size tank do amano shrimp and crayfish need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the crayfish. Add space for each extra fish.













