Amano Shrimp
- In stock, ready to ship
- Backordered, shipping soon
- Live Arrival Guarantee
- Get free shipping on non-live fish orders over $75 and live fish orders over $300.
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
Shop Amano Shrimp for sale in 5-pack and 10-pack sizes — the same hardy, algae-crushing shrimp popularized by legendary aquascaper Takashi Amano. Every group is hand-selected and quarantined for 14 days before shipping, so they arrive healthy and ready to go to work on your tank's algae.
Amano Shrimp Availability & Pack Sizes
We currently stock Amano Shrimp in two group sizes so you can match your tank and algae load:
- 5-Pack: a great starting group for a single 10–20 gallon planted or community tank
- 10-Pack: better coverage for larger tanks, heavier algae growth, or a dedicated aquascape
Live stock levels and exact pricing per pack are shown above on this page and update in real time — if a pack size is temporarily sold out, check back soon or reach out and we can let you know when the next group ships.
Why Amano Shrimp Are the Algae-Control Powerhouse
Algae control is the #1 reason hobbyists buy Amano Shrimp. Caridina multidentata shrimp are famous for tearing through hair algae and thread/string algae that most other cleanup crew members ignore, and they'll also graze diatoms, soft green algae, and leftover food and biofilm off plants, driftwood, and glass. Their larger size (about 1.5–2 inches / 4–5 cm as adults) makes them noticeably more effective algae eaters than smaller Neocaridina species like Red Cherry Shrimp — which is exactly why planted-tank keepers and aquascapers have relied on them since Takashi Amano first popularized the species decades ago.
Amano Shrimp Compatibility: Safe Tankmates vs. Tankmates to Avoid
Amano Shrimp are peaceful, non-territorial, and spend most of their time grazing rather than interacting with tankmates — but compatibility still depends on who else is in the tank.
Good Tankmates
- Small, peaceful community fish such as tetras and Harlequin Rasboras
- Bottom-dwelling Corydoras catfish
- Other peaceful shrimp, like Red Cherry Shrimp
- Algae-eating snails such as Nerite Snails and Mystery Snails
Use Caution or Avoid
- Bettas: results are mixed. Many bettas ignore Amano Shrimp, but an individual betta — especially a male in a smaller or under-planted tank — may view a shrimp as prey or a target. If you want to try the combination, do it in a heavily planted tank with plenty of hiding spots and be ready to rehome the shrimp if the betta becomes aggressive.
- Cichlids, Oscars, and other large/aggressive fish: these will typically hunt and eat Amano Shrimp.
- Goldfish and large predatory catfish: not a safe match — shrimp are viewed as food.
Size, Tank Size & Water Parameters
- Adult size: ~1.5–2 in (4–5 cm)
- Minimum tank size: 5 gallons for a small group; a mature, established tank with some existing algae/biofilm helps them settle in fastest
- Temperature: 68–80°F (20–27°C)
- pH: 6.5–7.5
- Sensitive to ammonia/nitrite spikes and to copper-based medications — always add Amano Shrimp to a fully cycled tank
For the full setup, diet, and water-parameter breakdown, see our Amano Shrimp Care Guide.
Shipping & Live Arrival
All Amano Shrimp for sale at Splashy Fish Store are quarantined for 14 days before shipping and ship live within the USA from our Virginia-based fish store, backed by our live-arrival guarantee. Looking for other cleanup crew options? Browse our full Freshwater Shrimp collection, including other Caridina Shrimp.
Amano Shrimp FAQs
What do Amano Shrimp do for my tank?
Amano Shrimp are one of the most effective algae-eating cleanup crew members available, especially against hair and thread algae that many other species won't touch. They also graze biofilm, diatoms, and leftover food, helping keep glass, décor, and plant leaves clean.
What size and pack options do Amano Shrimp come in?
We offer Amano Shrimp in 5-pack and 10-pack group sizes. Adults reach about 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm), noticeably larger than most Neocaridina shrimp, which helps them graze algae more effectively and reduces the odds of being preyed on by small fish.
Can Amano Shrimp live with bettas?
Sometimes, but it's not guaranteed. Amano Shrimp are peaceful and generally not aggressive, but an individual betta can still view a shrimp as prey, particularly in a small or sparsely planted tank. A heavily planted tank with hiding spots improves the odds, but if you want a zero-risk pairing, choose tankmates like tetras, Corydoras, or peaceful snails instead.
Do Amano Shrimp breed in a home freshwater aquarium?
Not reliably. Females do carry and release eggs in freshwater, but the larvae require brackish (salt-mixed) water to develop through their larval stages before they can transition back to freshwater as juveniles. Without a dedicated brackish-water setup, the larvae won't survive, so most home aquariums won't see Amano Shrimp reproduce on their own — one reason we sell them as adult groups rather than breeding stock.
What tank size and water conditions do Amano Shrimp need?
A 5-gallon tank can work for a small group, though a larger, well-established aquarium with some algae or biofilm already present helps them settle in faster. They do best at 68–80°F, a pH of 6.5–7.5, and in a fully cycled tank — Amano Shrimp are sensitive to ammonia/nitrite spikes and to copper-based medications, so always confirm your tank is cycled and medication-free before adding them.
Do you ship Amano Shrimp across the USA?
Yes. We ship live Amano Shrimp within the USA from our Virginia-based fish store, with 14-day quarantine before shipping and a live-arrival guarantee.
