Snow Amano Shrimp

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Caridina Shrimp

Snow Amano Shrimp

A selectively bred Amano shrimp with a clean white to snow-white body — the most strikingly minimalist Amano available, with a pure white colouration that reads as bold and graphic in any planted setup.

Clean White to Snow-White Body Larger Than Neocaridina Outstanding Algae Cleaner Cannot Breed in Freshwater Peaceful Community Shrimp Shrimp & Plant Safe

Snow Amano Shrimp are a colour-selectively bred line of the legendary Amano shrimp (Caridina multidentata) — the largest, most effective algae-cleaning shrimp in the freshwater hobby. Standard Amano shrimp are transparent-grey with a row of dotted or dashed brown lateral markings; this line has been selectively developed to produce clean white to snow-white body pigmentation — a near-opaque white that replaces the transparent grey of the wild-type entirely. Like all Amano shrimp they are substantially larger than Neocaridina — adults reach 3–5cm — and their size translates directly into cleaning capacity: a single adult Amano consumes more algae in a day than multiple Neocaridina. They graze green hair algae, thread algae, green dust algae, biofilm, and uneaten food from every surface continuously. Amano shrimp require brackish water to successfully breed — larvae cannot survive in freshwater — making them self-limiting in any freshwater setup. The population you introduce is the population you will always have unless more are added. Fully safe with all aquatic plants, snails, and Neocaridina shrimp.

6.5–7.5pH

6–14GH (dGH)

1–8KH (dKH)

65–78°FTemperature

¼–½ inchSize

What to Expect

Colour, Size & Cleaning Behaviour

Clean white to snow-white body — near-opaque and visually bold — the white colouration is substantially more opaque than the semi-transparent body of standard Amano shrimp, giving the Snow Amano a solid, clearly defined white body that reads as bold and graphic from across the tank. The characteristic Amano lateral markings are still faintly visible in well-lit conditions as slightly darker dots against the white base, adding subtle patterning that prevents the appearance from being entirely uniform. Most visually striking against dark substrate and coloured plants — pure white body colouration produces maximum visual contrast against dark aquasoil, black sand, or dark-toned driftwood. Snow Amano in a tank with dark substrate and colourful plants — red Ludwigia, Purple Bacopa, or red-tinged Cryptocorynes — reads as the most graphically striking Amano colour available, the white bodies providing clear visual punctuation against the colour and texture of the planted background. Significantly larger than Neocaridina — 3–5cm at maturity — adult Amano shrimp are three to five times the body mass of adult Neocaridina, which translates to proportionally greater algae consumption capacity, greater visibility in the tank, and a more commanding physical presence. They are large enough to be visually significant display animals as well as functional cleaning crew members. Most effective algae cleaners in the catalog per individual — Amano shrimp consume green hair algae, thread algae, green dust algae, and biofilm with greater efficiency than any other shrimp or snail in the catalog per individual. They are the first choice for tanks with visible algae problems and a permanent asset in any planted tank where algae management is a priority. Self-limiting population — cannot breed in freshwater — eggs are laid and hatched but larvae require brackish water to develop. In a freshwater tank all larvae die shortly after hatching. The Amano population is therefore permanently fixed at the number introduced — there is no population management required and no risk of overpopulation. Peaceful with Neocaridina, snails, and non-aggressive fish — Amano shrimp coexist without conflict with all Neocaridina morphs, all snails in the catalog, and all non-aggressive fish species. They do not prey on Neocaridina at any life stage, though very small shrimplets of any species should have adequate hiding space in any mixed tank.

How to Set It Up

Getting Started

1Introduce to a fully cycled, stable tank — Amano shrimp are more sensitive to ammonia and nitrite than Neocaridina — introduce only to tanks with zero ammonia, zero nitrite, and stable parameters. A tank that has been running for at least four weeks with stable readings is the minimum.

2Drip acclimate over 45–60 minutes — Amano shrimp are sensitive to parameter shifts during acclimation. Drip acclimate slowly — one drop per second — over 45–60 minutes. Do not rush the transition. Add tank water to the transport bag gradually rather than transferring abruptly.

3Stock at one per 10 litres for effective algae control — for meaningful algae impact in a planted tank, stock at approximately one Amano per 10 litres. In tanks with persistent algae problems, higher stocking density produces faster and more thorough results. In well-maintained tanks with low algae pressure, supplement feeding with algae wafers or blanched vegetables to prevent hunger.

4Supplement with algae wafers in clean tanks — in well-maintained tanks where algae is minimal, supplement with half an algae wafer per three to five shrimp every two to three days. Hungry Amano shrimp may begin grazing plant tissue — supplementary feeding prevents this and keeps them in the tank foraging on substrate and hardscape rather than plant leaves.

💡 Bonus Tip

A group of Snow Amano shrimp against a dense background of Red Ludwigia on dark substrate is one of the most graphically bold combinations achievable in a planted freshwater tank — the pure white of the shrimp bodies against deep red-orange plant foliage and black substrate creates a three-way contrast of white, red, and black that reads as intentionally designed rather than assembled. Snow Amano are large enough that even a group of three or four produces significant visual impact in this kind of high-contrast planted setup.

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We select this size because younger shrimp generally tolerate shipping and adjust to a new aquarium better than fully grown adults. Proper acclimation and stable water conditions remain essential.

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Product photos show representative examples of the shrimp’s variety and appearance. They do not show the exact animals you will receive or guarantee an identical color, pattern or intensity.

Individual appearance can vary with age, sex, lighting, substrate, aquarium conditions and shipping stress. Shrimp may arrive with lighter coloration and develop fuller color as they settle and mature.

Photos may show mature individuals. Please use the stated size and pack details to understand what you are purchasing.

Grades & selection

Unless a listing explicitly states a grade or selection standard, such as “S Grade” or “Painted Fire Red,” shrimp are sold as mixed grade. When specified, that listing’s grade or selection standard applies.

Even within the same grade, color coverage, intensity and pattern naturally vary. Individual shrimp are not guaranteed to look identical to the product photos.

Natural differences between males and females also apply to S Grade selections. Males may be smaller and less intensely colored than females of the same variety, including within an S Grade selection. This difference alone does not mean a male is incorrectly graded.

Natural variation alone is not considered a DOA claim. If you believe you received the wrong variety or a product that does not match its stated grade, contact us with clear photos so we can review it.

Males & sex selection

Male shrimp may be smaller and less intensely colored than females of the same variety. This difference alone does not indicate poor health or an incorrect grade. This also applies to S Grade selections; selecting a grade does not guarantee female-like size or color intensity in males.

Unless the listing explicitly promises a particular sex or ratio, individual males, females and sex ratios are not guaranteed.

Breeder packs

Breeder packs include a minimum of 8 females and 2 males. Bonus shrimp are random scoops and are not selected by sex, so your pack may contain more than 2 males when bonuses are included.

A breeder pack does not guarantee adult size, berried (egg-carrying) females, immediate breeding or a particular number of offspring.

Breeding results depend on maturity, acclimation and aquarium conditions.

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Temporary faded color, hiding, reduced activity and reduced appetite can occur after shipping. Provide a stable, established aquarium with appropriate conditions and follow proper acclimation practices.

Shipping stress alone is not a confirmed DOA. Our guarantee covers confirmed losses on arrival under its stated conditions; losses after the two-hour claim window are not covered.

Bonus shrimp & your paid count

When inventory allows, we may include one bonus animal for every five ordered of the same species. Bonuses are discretionary, are not guaranteed and are not separately eligible for refund or replacement.

Bonus shrimp are random scoops, not sex-selected. They may be male or female and can change the overall sex ratio of a breeder pack, including bringing the total above 2 males.

Bonus animals count toward the total arriving alive. Guarantee coverage applies when live arrivals fall below the number you paid for.

Example: If you pay for 10 shrimp and receive 12, an arrival of 11 live shrimp still fulfills your paid count. If fewer than 10 arrive alive, the shortfall may qualify under the guarantee.

For a suspected short count, document the animals, empty bag and shipping label before introducing shrimp to your aquarium. Refer to the full policy for the required counting photos.

Molting, shelter & handling

Shrimp shed their exoskeleton as they grow. A transparent, empty molt can resemble a shrimp; finding one does not by itself mean an animal has died. Provide grazing surfaces and shelter so freshly molted shrimp can remain undisturbed.

Avoid handling delicate shrimp to check their color or sex. If an animal appears injured, trapped in a molt or dead on arrival, photograph its condition through the unopened bag and report the concern promptly. Care observations do not replace the guarantee’s claim evidence.

Choosing tankmates & maintaining color lines

Small shrimp and shrimplets can be eaten by fish, even when adult shrimp appear to coexist with them. Dense plants and hiding spaces reduce exposure but cannot guarantee survival with predators. Review the particular shrimp’s water requirements alongside those of any tankmates.

Different Neocaridina color lines can interbreed, and offspring may not retain the parent colors. A mixed-color display and a breeding project with a consistent color line have different goals. A shrimp’s appearance at purchase does not guarantee the appearance of future offspring.

Acclimation & ongoing care

Prepare a stable, established aquarium before delivery. Use the acclimation guidance appropriate to the species and compare your measured water conditions with its published requirements rather than changing water rapidly to chase a single number.

Inspect and document any arrival concern before transferring animals, following the full guarantee’s documentation rules. Ongoing feeding, water quality and breeding outcomes depend on aquarium conditions; the Live Arrival Guarantee is an arrival policy, not a promise of future breeding or lifespan.

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Check the actual animals received against your paid order quantity. For a suspected short count, the full policy calls for a clear counting photo showing all animals, the empty bag and the shipping label before they are introduced into an aquarium. Follow its counting instructions and contact us if you cannot document the count clearly.

Verified miscount claims are resolved with a refund for the missing paid animals under the current policy. A count made after release can be unreliable when animals hide among plants or hardscape.

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Email support@superiorshrimpaquatics.com within two hours of the carrier’s recorded delivery time, using the email address on your order.

Photograph the original sealed bag with the animals visible and countable.
Include the shipping label, outer box and packing materials.
Document any bag damage or leakage before opening.
Report all arrival losses in your initial message.

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