Can Amano Shrimp Live With Molly?
Maybe, with caveats -- amano shrimp and mollies share overlapping water ranges, but adult mollies may view shrimp as prey.
Why
- Amano shrimp grow to 2 inches and are agile scavengers that hide well among plants and decor.
- Mollies reach 4 to 5 inches and may opportunistically snack on small shrimp, especially during molting.
- Both species tolerate temperatures from 72-80F and pH from 7.0-7.5, making shared water workable.
- A heavily planted 20-gallon gives shrimp plenty of cover to retreat during molting when they are most vulnerable.
What could go wrong
Mollies may pick off amano shrimp during or right after a molt when the shrimp is soft and helpless.
Gear for a shared tank
Sized for the 20 gallon minimum this pairing needs. Affiliate links — we earn a small commission if you buy through them.
AquaClear 30 Power Filter
Oversized filtration is what lets you stock two species together without water quality crashing. Rated for a tank slightly larger than the 20 gallon minimum.
Eheim Jager 150W Thermostat Heater
Holds a steady temperature inside the 72-80°F window both species need.
API Freshwater Master Test Kit
Keep ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate in check. Two-species tanks have more bioload and less margin for error than single-species setups.
Better pairings to consider
If shrimp losses are high, amanos do well with small rasboras or corydoras in a peaceful community.
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