Can cherry shrimp live with endlers?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Cherry shrimp and endlers get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 5 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–80°F.
- pH 7–8 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: cherry shrimp the bottom, endlers the top.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Cherry shrimp | Endler's livebearer | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Top |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 3+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for cherry shrimp
Mystery snailYes
CorydorasYes
Kuhli loachYes
Amano shrimpYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
Ramshorn snailYes
Better tank mates for endlers
All endler's livebearer tank mates
Questions
Can cherry shrimp live with endlers?
Yes. Cherry shrimp and endlers get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 5 gal.
What temperature suits both cherry shrimp and endlers?
72–80 °F. Cherry shrimp need 65–80 °F, endlers need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do cherry shrimp and endlers need together?
At least 5 gal, set by the cherry shrimp. Add space for each extra fish.




