{"product_id":"orange-amano-shrimp-caridina-multidentata","title":"Orange Amano Shrimp - Caridina multidentata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Orange Amano Shrimp is a peaceful freshwater algae-grazing shrimp valued for its active cleaning behaviour, larger size and suitability for mature planted aquariums. This trade form of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaridina multidentata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is closely associated with the well-known Amano Shrimp and is ideal for aquascapes, peaceful community tanks and planted displays where natural grazing activity is wanted. It is hardy once settled, but it still needs stable water quality, careful acclimation and protection from predatory tankmates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Amano Shrimp, Amano Shrimp, Yamato Shrimp, Japanese Shrimp, Algae Shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaridina multidentata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder \/ Trade Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaridina japonica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain \/ Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Amano trade form \/ colour-described form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 4–5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaridina multidentata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is associated with East Asian freshwater streams and river systems, including areas of Japan and nearby regions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the wild, adults live in freshwater habitats with clean water, stones, plants, leaf litter, submerged roots and areas rich in biofilm and algae growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe species has a complex breeding cycle, with larvae requiring brackish to marine-influenced conditions to develop successfully before returning to freshwater as juveniles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 18–26°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range: 6.5–8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness: Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: 0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate: Kept low and stable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper: Must be avoided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOxygenation: Good oxygenation recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Amano Shrimp are peaceful, active grazing shrimp and are best kept in groups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are usually safe with small peaceful fish and other non-aggressive aquarium livestock, but they may be vulnerable to larger fish, predatory species or curious tankmates that pick at shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are larger and more robust than many dwarf shrimp, but they should still be housed carefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivore \/ Algae \u0026amp; Biofilm Grazer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Amano Shrimp naturally graze soft algae films, biofilm, microorganisms, detritus and fine organic matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are useful algae grazers, but they should not be expected to live on algae alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffer specialist shrimp foods, algae wafers, spirulina foods, biofilm powders, blanched vegetables, leaf litter and occasional protein-based foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed lightly and remove uneaten food to help maintain water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 30 litres for a small group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger aquariums are recommended for bigger groups or mixed community setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mature planted aquarium with stable water quality is strongly preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Amano Shrimp are active foragers and spend much of their time grazing over plants, moss, wood, stones, glass and substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are often visible during the day, especially when kept in a peaceful aquarium with plenty of cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey may become more active at feeding time and will quickly locate sinking foods or biofilm-rich areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemales may carry eggs, but the young do not normally survive in standard freshwater aquariums because the larvae require brackish to marine-influenced conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunity Suitability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful Community Invertebrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Amano Shrimp are suitable for peaceful planted aquariums and calm community setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable tankmates include small rasboras, peaceful tetras, ricefish, small danios, otocinclus, small corydoras, peaceful livebearers, small gourami with care and other peaceful shrimp or snails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid puffers, large cichlids, aggressive fish, loaches that may hunt shrimp, large predatory fish and any tankmate likely to pick at or eat shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in a mature, fully cycled aquarium with stable water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid copper-based medications, copper-containing treatments and unsafe fertilisers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcclimate slowly, as shrimp can be sensitive to sudden changes in temperature, pH, hardness and TDS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide moss, plants, wood, stones and hiding areas, especially after moulting when shrimp are soft and vulnerable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect filter intakes if smaller shrimp or young livestock are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not rely on this species as the only form of algae control; 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