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👻 Ghost Shrimp vs. 🦐 Amano Shrimp

👻 Ghost Shrimp (Palaemonetes paludosus)

Size: 1.5–2 inches
Appearance: Fully transparent (“glass-like”) body
Lifespan: 1–2 years
Diet: Algae, leftover food, detritus
Breeding: Eggs hatch into larvae that require brackish water → difficult in aquariums
Temperament: Peaceful but often sold as feeders → may be preyed on by fish
Price: Very inexpensive, often sold in groups

🦐 Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata)

Size: 2–2.5 inches (larger than Ghosts)
Appearance: Semi-transparent with grayish body and dotted side markings
Lifespan: 2–3+ years
Diet: Powerful algae eaters, especially hair algae & soft green algae
Breeding: Require brackish water for larvae → rarely breed in home aquariums
Temperament: Hardy, excellent for planted tanks & algae control
Price: More expensive but valued for algae-eating ability

⚖️ Key Differences

Algae Control: Amanos are far superior algae eaters.
Visibility: Ghosts are crystal-clear; Amanos have visible markings.
Lifespan: Amanos live longer.
Cost: Ghosts are budget-friendly; Amanos are premium cleaners.