Ghost Shrimp

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🦐 Ghost Shrimp (Glass Shrimp)

Scientific Name: Palaemonetes sp.
Freshwater Shrimp – Great Clean-Up Crew!

Ghost Shrimp are hardy, transparent freshwater shrimp that make excellent scavengers. Perfect for community tanks and planted aquariums, they help control algae and eat leftover food. They're peaceful, active, and fun to watch.

🌿 Care Info:

• Tank Size: 5 gallons and up
• Water Temp: 68–78°F
• pH Range: 6.5–8.0
• Lifespan: 1–2 years
• Diet: Omnivore (algae wafers, fish flakes, leftover food)
• Behavior: Peaceful, social scavengers
• Breeding: Possible in freshwater, but babies rarely survive in community tanks

✅ Ideal Tankmates:

Small peaceful fish like tetras, rasboras, guppies, snails, and other shrimp