Can angelfish live with ghost shrimp?
Verdict
No
No. Angelfish and ghost shrimp should not share a tank. Angelfish hunt shrimp. Adult ghost shrimp will be eaten.
What to watch
- Deal breakerAngelfish hunt shrimp. Adult ghost shrimp will be eaten.
What works
- Both are fine at 76–82°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: angelfish the mid, ghost shrimp the bottom.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Angelfish | Ghost shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84 °F | 65–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 6.0 in | 1.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 30 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Bottom |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 3+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for angelfish
Better tank mates for ghost shrimp
Mystery snailYes
Endler's livebearerYes
Ramshorn snailYes
Amano shrimpYes
CorydorasYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
Questions
Can angelfish live with ghost shrimp?
No. Angelfish and ghost shrimp should not share a tank. Angelfish hunt shrimp. Adult ghost shrimp will be eaten.
What temperature suits both angelfish and ghost shrimp?
76–82 °F. Angelfish need 76–84 °F, ghost shrimp need 65–82 °F.
What size tank do angelfish and ghost shrimp need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the angelfish. Add space for each extra fish.