Can amano shrimp live with serpae tetras?
Verdict
Yes
Yes, amano shrimp and serpae tetras can live together. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 20 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, serpae tetras the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Amano shrimp | Serpae tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80 °F | 72–79 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.0 in | 1.75 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 3+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for amano shrimp
Cherry shrimpYes
Sparkling gouramiYes
Neon tetraYes
Mystery snailYes
CorydorasYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
Better tank mates for serpae tetras
Questions
Can amano shrimp live with serpae tetras?
Yes, amano shrimp and serpae tetras can live together. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.
What temperature suits both amano shrimp and serpae tetras?
72–79 °F. Amano shrimp need 70–80 °F, serpae tetras need 72–79 °F.
What size tank do amano shrimp and serpae tetras need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the serpae tetra. Add space for each extra fish.





