{"product_id":"yamatoa-shrimp","title":"Yamatoa Shrimp","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"50ce275c-4aac-408b-a757-dafbc32278bd\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"t6nfar\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e Yamato Shrimp (\u003cem data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eCaridina multidentata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eThe Yamato Shrimp, more commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eAmano Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most popular and effective freshwater shrimp in the aquarium hobby. Famous for its incredible algae-eating abilities, this peaceful invertebrate is an invaluable addition to planted aquariums, helping to keep tanks clean while adding fascinating activity to the aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eWith their translucent grey bodies decorated with neat rows of tiny brown and reddish dots, Yamato Shrimp blend beautifully into natural aquarium layouts. Constantly foraging across plants, rocks, wood, and substrate, they tirelessly graze on algae, biofilm, and organic debris throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"cw7nyo\" data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e🌿 Why Choose Yamato Shrimp?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e🦐 One of the best natural algae eaters available\u003cbr data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e🌿 Excellent addition to planted aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"828\"\u003e🧹 Constantly cleans algae, biofilm, and leftover food\u003cbr data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e🐟 Peaceful and ideal for community aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e💪 Hardy and beginner-friendly\u003cbr data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e✨ Active, fascinating behaviour throughout the day\u003cbr data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e🌱 Safe with healthy aquarium plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eYamato Shrimp are native to Japan, Taiwan, and parts of Korea, where they inhabit cool, fast-flowing streams and rivers. They became famous worldwide thanks to renowned aquascaper Takashi Amano, who popularised their use for natural algae control in planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"eyqbfy\" data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e📏 Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e🧬 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eCaridina multidentata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e📛 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamato Shrimp \/ Amano Shrimp\u003cbr data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e🏠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30L+ recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5–6cm (females larger than males)\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e⚗️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e🧘 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Algae, biofilm, algae wafers, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables (courgette, spinach, cucumber), decaying plant matter, and occasional protein-rich frozen foods\u003cbr data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e👥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5+ recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003eYamato Shrimp thrive in mature aquariums with stable water conditions, plenty of hiding places, and lots of plants, mosses, driftwood, and rocks to graze upon. Although they are excellent algae eaters, they should still receive supplementary feeding, particularly in spotless aquariums where natural food sources are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2282\"\u003eRegular water changes and good filtration help maintain the clean, oxygen-rich conditions they prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19tjahi\" data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003e🐠 Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eYamato Shrimp are peaceful and make excellent companions for many community fish, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003e🐟 Tetras\u003cbr data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e🐟 Rasboras\u003cbr data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003e🐟 Guppies and Endlers\u003cbr data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003e🐟 Platies\u003cbr data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e🐟 Corydoras\u003cbr data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003e🐟 Otocinclus\u003cbr data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2494\"\u003e🐟 Kuhli Loaches\u003cbr data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003e🐌 Peaceful freshwater snails\u003cbr data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003e🦐 Other peaceful freshwater shrimp (where water parameters are suitable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003eAvoid keeping them with large cichlids, aggressive fish, pufferfish, or predatory species that may attack or eat shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9ghvog\" data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2762\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003eUnlike Cherry Shrimp, Yamato Shrimp \u003cstrong data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"2841\"\u003ecannot breed successfully in freshwater\u003c\/strong\u003e. While females regularly carry eggs, the larvae require \u003cstrong data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003ebrackish water\u003c\/strong\u003e to develop before eventually returning to freshwater. This means they will not overpopulate the average freshwater aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3311\"\u003eYamato Shrimp are exceptional algae eaters and are particularly effective at controlling soft green algae, hair algae, and leftover food. However, they are \u003cstrong data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3241\"\u003enot a solution for every type of algae\u003c\/strong\u003e, so good aquarium maintenance and balanced lighting remain essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3532\"\u003eLike all shrimp, Yamato Shrimp are sensitive to copper-based medications and poor water quality. They also require stable parameters, as sudden changes in temperature or water chemistry can cause stress during moulting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3534\" data-end=\"3882\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Yamato Shrimp is a superb choice for UK aquarists looking for a hardworking, peaceful, and fascinating aquarium inhabitant. Its impressive algae-eating abilities, active personality, and compatibility with planted community aquariums make it one of the most valuable freshwater shrimp available for maintaining a healthy and beautiful aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Neil Hardy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58428631679357,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/4983\/3648\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_rjr778rjr778rjr7.png?v=1784727093","url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/yamatoa-shrimp","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}