Shrimp Pinocchio (Caridina gracilirostris)

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Amano shrimp are the best algae eaters out there, as far as shrimp go. They eat hair algae, brush algae, most types of string algae, and are one of the few things that will even eat black beard algae. However, there is a trick to their success; they are only really good algae eaters when they’re hungry. To get them hungry you have to refrain from feeding them food so they will go after the algae.

Common Name: Pinocchio Shrimp
Scientific name: Caridina gracilirostris
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Maximum Size: 1-2"

Tank Parameters:
Size: 10 Gallon+
pH: 6.5-7.5
Temperature: 72-80°F

Temperament: Peaceful
Breeding: Moderate - Brackish
Difficulty: Easy

*All pictures shown are for illustration purposes only. Actual product may vary due to natural variation with livestock. Livestock inventory can be off when numbers are low. If you place an online order and we are out of stock, you will automatically receive a refund or exchange for out of stock items!*


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Shrimp Pinocchio (Caridina gracilirostris)

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Amano shrimp are the best algae eaters out there, as far as shrimp go. They eat hair algae, brush algae,... Read more

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    Description

    Amano shrimp are the best algae eaters out there, as far as shrimp go. They eat hair algae, brush algae, most types of string algae, and are one of the few things that will even eat black beard algae. However, there is a trick to their success; they are only really good algae eaters when they’re hungry. To get them hungry you have to refrain from feeding them food so they will go after the algae.

    Common Name: Pinocchio Shrimp
    Scientific name: Caridina gracilirostris
    Origin: Indo-Pacific
    Maximum Size: 1-2"

    Tank Parameters:
    Size: 10 Gallon+
    pH: 6.5-7.5
    Temperature: 72-80°F

    Temperament: Peaceful
    Breeding: Moderate - Brackish
    Difficulty: Easy

    *All pictures shown are for illustration purposes only. Actual product may vary due to natural variation with livestock. Livestock inventory can be off when numbers are low. If you place an online order and we are out of stock, you will automatically receive a refund or exchange for out of stock items!*


    Read more

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