Ghost Shrimp

Palaemonetes paludosus

Also known as: Glass Shrimp

A cheap, transparent scavenger often sold as feeders — and a decent cleanup shrimp.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

65–82°F

pH

7–8

Hardness

5–20 dGH

Max size

1.5 in

Min tank

5 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Groups (5+)

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

1 year

Breeding

Egg-depositor

Suitability

Common

Origin

Southeastern United States

Ghost shrimp are inexpensive, transparent, and useful scavengers, though larger ones can occasionally nip tiny fish or fry. Quality and source vary widely since many are sold as feeders.