Can cherry shrimp live with apistogramma?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Cherry shrimp and apistogramma can share a tank, but watch one thing. Apistogramma will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give cherry shrimp somewhere to hide.
What to watch
- Watch outApistogramma will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give cherry shrimp somewhere to hide.
What works
- Both are fine at 75–80°F.
- pH 6.5–7 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Cherry shrimp | Apistogramma | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80 °F | 75–84 °F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 5–7 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 3.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore |
Better tank mates for cherry shrimp
Mystery snailYes
CorydorasYes
Kuhli loachYes
Amano shrimpYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
Endler's livebearerYes
Better tank mates for apistogramma
Questions
Can cherry shrimp live with apistogramma?
Yes, with care. Cherry shrimp and apistogramma can share a tank, but watch one thing. Apistogramma will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give cherry shrimp somewhere to hide.
What temperature suits both cherry shrimp and apistogramma?
75–80 °F. Cherry shrimp need 65–80 °F, apistogramma need 75–84 °F.
What size tank do cherry shrimp and apistogramma need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the apistogramma. Add space for each extra fish.