✅ Level: Easy — a popular, transparent cleaning shrimp.

The Japonica Shrimp (Caridina Multidentata) originates from Japan and was made immensely popular in the hobby by Takashi Amano — hence its nickname 'Amano Shrimp'. The difference in sex is clearly visible: females grow 1 to 2 cm larger and have longer stripes on their bodies, while males have a dotted line.

🐠 Animal specifications

🏪 Collection & warranty

• Only available for pickup at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
• Feel free to inspect the shrimp carefully in the store when picking them up
• Don't hesitate to ask for advice on care or aquarium setup when picking up

✂️ Care

Japonica shrimp love a well-planted aquarium — more plants are better than too few. Keep them in a group of at least 5 to 10; here, it really applies: the larger the aquarium, the more plants, and the larger the group, the better. They are excellent, transparent algae eaters that keep your aquarium tidy.

🐠 Combination tip

Completely peaceful and excellent to combine with almost all peaceful community fish. Please note when purchasing: the 'mini Japonica' bears a similar name, but is a different, smaller species that CAN reproduce in a regular freshwater aquarium.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Will this shrimp reproduce in my aquarium?
No, the larvae of the Japonica Shrimp only hatch in brackish water — reproduction in a regular freshwater aquarium is therefore not possible.

What is the difference between a Japonica and a mini Japonica?
The mini Japonica bears a similar name, but is a different, smaller species that CAN reproduce in a freshwater aquarium.

How do I distinguish males and females?
Females are slightly larger (1-2 cm more) and have longer stripes on their bodies; males have a dotted line.

Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.