Whisker Shrimp
Whisker Shrimp is a aggressive freshwater shrimp that needs a tank of at least 10 gallons (38 L), water at 70-82°F (21-28°C) and a pH of 6.5-8.
Also searched as: whisker shrimp, macrobrachium lanchesteri
Quick facts
Aggressive toward smaller shrimp. May catch small fish. Long claws.
| Minimum tank | 10 gallons (38 L) |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 70-82°F (21-28°C) |
| pH | 6.5-8 |
| Temperament | Aggressive |
| Swim level | Bottom |
| Group size | Can be kept singly |
| Tank type | Freshwater |
Good tank mates
No other species in the database passes the temperament and water checks for Whisker Shrimp. Check a specific pairing with the stocking guide at the end of this page.
Avoid with
Pairings that fail the temperament, water-overlap or known-conflict checks.
Aggressive species should not be mixed.
Oscar Fishmin tank 55 galPea Puffermin tank 5 galJack Dempseymin tank 55 galFlowerhorn Cichlidmin tank 70 gal- Discusmin tank 50 gal
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; temperature overlap 82°F is too narrow.
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