Can amano shrimp live with endlers?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Amano shrimp and endlers get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 10 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–80°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: amano shrimp the bottom, endlers the top.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Amano shrimp | Endler's livebearer | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 2.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Top |
| Group | Groups of 3+ | Groups of 3+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for amano shrimp
Better tank mates for endlers
All endler's livebearer tank mates
Questions
Can amano shrimp live with endlers?
Yes. Amano shrimp and endlers get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 10 gal.
What temperature suits both amano shrimp and endlers?
72–80 °F. Amano shrimp need 70–80 °F, endlers need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do amano shrimp and endlers need together?
At least 10 gal, set by the amano shrimp. Add space for each extra fish.











