Can ghost shrimp live with kribensis?
Verdict
No
No. Ghost shrimp and kribensis should not share a tank. A kribensis is big enough to swallow adult ghost shrimp.
What to watch
- Deal breakerA kribensis is big enough to swallow adult ghost shrimp.
What works
- Both are fine at 75–80°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Ghost shrimp | Kribensis | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82 °F | 75–80 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 4.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 3+ | Alone or in pairs |
| 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 kribensis
Questions
Can ghost shrimp live with kribensis?
No. Ghost shrimp and kribensis should not share a tank. A kribensis is big enough to swallow adult ghost shrimp.
What temperature suits both ghost shrimp and kribensis?
75–80 °F. Ghost shrimp need 65–82 °F, kribensis need 75–80 °F.
What size tank do ghost shrimp and kribensis need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the kribensis. Add space for each extra fish.







