Can ghost shrimp live with dojo loaches?
Verdict
No
No. Ghost shrimp and dojo loaches should not share a tank. A dojo loach is big enough to swallow adult ghost shrimp.
What to watch
- Deal breakerA dojo loach is big enough to swallow adult ghost shrimp.
What works
- Both are fine at 65–77°F.
- pH 7–8 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Ghost shrimp | Dojo loach | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82 °F | 59–77 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6.5–8 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 6.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 55 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 3+ | Groups of 3+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for ghost shrimp
Mystery snailYes
Endler's livebearerYes
Ramshorn snailYes
Amano shrimpYes
CorydorasYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
Better tank mates for dojo loaches
Questions
Can ghost shrimp live with dojo loaches?
No. Ghost shrimp and dojo loaches should not share a tank. A dojo loach is big enough to swallow adult ghost shrimp.
What temperature suits both ghost shrimp and dojo loaches?
65–77 °F. Ghost shrimp need 65–82 °F, dojo loaches need 59–77 °F.
What size tank do ghost shrimp and dojo loaches need together?
At least 55 gal, set by the dojo loach. Add space for each extra fish.







