Can ghost shrimp live with endlers?
Verdict
Yes
Yes, ghost shrimp and endlers can live together. Both are fine at 72–82°F. Plan on at least 5 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–82°F.
- pH 7–8 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: ghost shrimp the bottom, endlers the top.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Ghost shrimp | Endler's livebearer | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 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 3+ | Groups of 3+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for ghost shrimp
Mystery snailYes
Ramshorn snailYes
Amano shrimpYes
CorydorasYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
African dwarf frogYes
Better tank mates for endlers
All endler's livebearer tank mates
Questions
Can ghost shrimp live with endlers?
Yes, ghost shrimp and endlers can live together. Both are fine at 72–82°F. Plan on at least 5 gal.
What temperature suits both ghost shrimp and endlers?
72–82 °F. Ghost shrimp need 65–82 °F, endlers need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do ghost shrimp and endlers need together?
At least 5 gal, set by the ghost shrimp. Add space for each extra fish.




