Pinocchio Shrimp
Long-nosed algae-grazing shrimp that benefits from mature planted aquariums.
Planning your aquarium
The library starting point is 10+ US gallons. The suggested starting social group is 5 or more.
A mature aquarium with stable parameters and grazing surfaces is usually more important than chasing a precise score. Avoid rapid changes in water chemistry.
Water and tankmates
Long-nosed algae-grazing shrimp that benefits from mature planted aquariums.
Shrimp and especially their young can be prey for fish. Provide dense cover and confirm compatibility before mixing species. Avoid copper-based aquarium medicines unless specifically confirmed invertebrate-safe.
Food and feeding
Food options: Shrimp pellets, Biofilm, Algae.
Preserve biofilm and natural grazing surfaces. Add supplementary food sparingly to avoid polluting the water.
Compatibility
The current rule-based checker does not list a dedicated pairing warning for this species. That does not mean every pairing is safe; review temperament, adult size, diet, habitat and water requirements.