Peaceful
Easy
Schooling
Ghost Shrimp
Palaemonetes paludosus
Minimum Tank
10 Gallons
Adult Size
2 inches
Temperature
65-82°F (18-28°C)
pH Range
7.0-8.0
Lifespan
1 years
School Size
6+ fish
About Ghost Shrimp
Nearly transparent shrimp. Inexpensive and hardy. Good scavengers.
Care Requirements
Tank Setup
- • Minimum 10-gallon tank required
- • Temperature: 65-82°F (18-28°C)
- • pH: 7.0 - 8.0
- • Category: Shrimp
Diet & Feeding
- • Diet type: Omnivore
- • Feed 1-2 times daily
- • Varied diet recommended
Tank Mate Compatibility
Compatible With
🐟
Peaceful Fish
🐟
Snails
🐟
Other Shrimp
Avoid Keeping With
⚠️
Large Fish
Not compatible
⚠️
Aggressive Fish
Not compatible
Care Tips
Expert Tips
Often sold as feeders but make good tank cleaners, short lifespan.
Quick Facts
38L
Min Tank (10gal)
5cm
Adult Size (2")
1yr
Lifespan
6+
Min School
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