Amano shrimp?

[equinom]

Anyone have these guys? They are supposed to be great cleaning up your tank. So where do you get them?
I really don't want to travel all the way to Amano's shop to get a few shrimp...

 

[dgodwin]

they are refered to as algae eating shrimp at my LFS. If you have the scientific name with you (Caridina japonica) it might make it easier for your LFS to see if they have them. Good luck finding them in your area.

 

[AndyL]

Actually they are pretty common, most reasonable pet stores should have them. I believe the scientific name is Cardinica Japonica...

They're pretty good, but make sure your tanks sealed pretty good, they seem to like to 'roam'. I keep finding them in my HOB filter... (I think the cats get a few snacks occasionally too)

Andy

 

[cholula]

I have 9 in a 37 gallon with lemon tetras and cory catfish.....
You can get them in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area. $2/ea.