Our Guide To Keeping Bamboo Shrimp

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Atyopsis moluccensis
   • Common name: Bamboo Shrimp
   • Family: Atyidae
   • Origin: Southeast Asia, specifically Indonesia and Thailand
   • Adult length: 8 to 10 cm (3 to 4 inches)
   • Lifespan: 1 to 2 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Bamboo Shrimp require a tank with a gentle water flow and ample surface area for filter feeding.
   • Provide stable objects like driftwood, rocks, or filter intakes where they can perch and feed.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Bamboo Shrimp thrive in clean, well-oxygenated water with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH (7.0 to 7.5).
   • Maintain water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a gentle filter that provides a slow to moderate water flow, as high flow can stress Bamboo Shrimp.

5. Diet:

   • Bamboo Shrimp are filter feeders and primarily feed on microorganisms and debris filtered from the water column.
   • Supplement their diet with powdered foods or liquid invertebrate supplements if necessary.

6. Tank mates:

   • Bamboo Shrimp are peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive species that won't outcompete them for food.
   • Good tank mates include small, peaceful fish and other gentle invertebrates.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Bamboo Shrimp are generally calm and spend much of their time filter feeding in slow-moving currents.
   • They are sensitive to water conditions, so regular water quality maintenance is essential.