Bamboo Shrimp

Atyopsis moluccensis

Also known as: Wood Shrimp, Fan Shrimp

A large filter-feeding shrimp that fans the current for floating food particles.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

75–82°F

pH

6.5–7.5

Hardness

6–18 dGH

Max size

3 in

Min tank

20 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Social (2+)

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

2-3 years

Breeding

Egg-layer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Southeast Asia

Instead of grazing, it perches in the flow and unfurls feathery fans to strain food from the water, so it needs good current and a mature tank with suspended particles. Completely peaceful and fascinating to watch. Provide a strong filter outlet to sit near.