Amano Shrimp | Nature's Ultimate Algae Clean-Up Crew
If you're looking for one of the best algae-eating shrimp for a freshwater aquarium, Amano Shrimp are the benchmark. Famous for their appetite and peaceful nature, they're trusted by aquascapers and fishkeepers alike to help keep planted aquariums cleaner, healthier and looking their best.
Unlike many other shrimp species, Amano Shrimp actively graze on nuisance algae, including hair algae, soft green algae and diatoms, while also clearing up uneaten fish food and organic debris before it has a chance to affect water quality. They won't replace regular maintenance, but they're one of the most effective natural clean-up crews you can add to a well-balanced aquarium.
They're completely peaceful, making them an excellent choice for community aquariums. Their constant foraging brings movement and interest to the tank, while their transparent bodies blend beautifully into natural aquascapes without distracting from your plants or fish.
Choose between Medium or Large sizes depending on your aquarium and livestock. Larger shrimp are typically female and particularly effective in bigger aquariums or tanks with larger community fish, while medium shrimp suit most planted aquariums well.
Quantity guide: 1 per 10L, or 1 per 5L if you're tackling an active algae problem. More shrimp means faster algae clearance — stick to this guide and you'll see steady results without overloading your tank.
Every Amano Shrimp is carefully selected, health checked and packed with care so it arrives in excellent condition. Aqua Essentials is a trusted supplier of healthy aquarium livestock, with expert advice and reliable delivery.
Whether you're tackling stubborn algae, building a thriving planted aquarium or simply looking for one of the hardest-working additions you can make to your tank, Amano Shrimp are an investment you'll quickly appreciate.
Livestock note: Amano Shrimp are shipped Tuesday–Thursday only, for safe transit. If your order includes other products, the whole order will be held and dispatched together on the next available shrimp shipping day.
Live shrimp cannot currently be shipped to Northern Ireland due to live animal movement restrictions between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Orders containing live shrimp placed for Northern Ireland delivery may be cancelled and refunded.
