{"product_id":"australian-amano-shrimp-captive-bred","title":"Australian Amano Shrimp – 100% Captive Bred | Caridina typus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet one of nature's hardest-working aquarium clean-up crews! Australian Amano Shrimp (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaridina typus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) are peaceful, hardy freshwater shrimp renowned for their excellent algae-grazing abilities. Larger and more active than Cherry Shrimp, they're a fantastic addition to planted aquariums and natural aquascapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Captive Bred – Not Wild Caught\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes our Australian Amano Shrimp different?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike the wild-caught specimens commonly available in the aquarium trade, our shrimp are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% captive bred and raised in Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than being collected from natural waterways, these shrimp have been raised in carefully managed aquatic environments, with stable water conditions and natural biological food sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis offers a more responsible alternative to wild collection, while providing shrimp that are already accustomed to aquarium life, potentially making their transition into a new home less stressful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Algae Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian Amano Shrimp are excellent natural cleaners, spending their days grazing across plants, driftwood, rocks and aquarium surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey're particularly useful for helping control soft algae, hair algae, string algae, biofilm and decaying organic matter. Their larger size and active grazing habits can make them more effective algae cleaners than smaller Cherry Shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike Cherry Shrimp, Amanos will not establish breeding colonies in ordinary freshwater aquariums. Their larvae require specialised brackish or saltwater conditions to develop, so there's no unexpected population explosion!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"selva-video\"\u003e\u003cvideo autoplay=\"autoplay\" muted=\"\" loop=\"loop\" playsinline=\"\" preload=\"metadata\"\u003e\n    \u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/a23fe8f646ab44cfb753094e7290a97a.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.selva-video {\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: 340px;\n  margin: 20px auto 24px;\n}\n\n.selva-video video {\n  display: block;\n  width: 100%;\n  height: auto;\n  max-height: 440px;\n  object-fit: contain;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\n  .selva-video {\n    width: 78%;\n    max-width: 300px;\n    margin: 16px auto 20px;\n  }\n\n  .selva-video video {\n    max-height: 390px;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMasters of disguise! We managed to capture one of our larger shrimp on camera. Their beautiful natural colours and markings help them blend into their surroundings, making them surprisingly difficult to spot!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize \u0026amp; Natural Variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Australian Amano Shrimp generally grow to approximately 3–5 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur shrimp naturally vary in size, colour and markings, from translucent amber to speckled brown and darker earthy tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe always do our best to select larger specimens for your order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e However, depending on availability and the quantity ordered, you may receive a combination of larger and smaller shrimp. Individual sizes cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Aquarium Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideally 22–26°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Algae, biofilm, natural organic matter and supplementary shrimp food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful, suitable for planted community aquariums with non-predatory tank mates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Established freshwater tanks with stable water conditions, good filtration and plenty of hiding spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Will not successfully reproduce in ordinary freshwater conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough hardy and adaptable once settled, these shrimp should be gradually acclimated to their new aquarium. A secure aquarium lid is also recommended, as they are surprisingly capable climbers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee \u0026amp; Delivery Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe take great care in selecting, packing and transporting our shrimp to ensure they arrive healthy and safely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Delivery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Currently available within approximately 50 km of Elsternwick, Melbourne, via local courier. Australia-wide delivery may be introduced in the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDead on Arrival (DOA) Policy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomeone must be available to receive the delivery promptly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the unfortunate event that any shrimp arrive deceased, please contact us \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewithin 1 hour of delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear photographs or a short video must be provided showing the deceased shrimp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einside their original, unopened transport bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease do not remove or dispose of the affected shrimp before documenting their condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVerified DOA claims will be assessed for an appropriate replacement or refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant – After Arrival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce shrimp are introduced into your aquarium, their survival depends on factors outside our control, including water quality, temperature, acclimation and tank compatibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe cannot guarantee survival following introduction into your aquarium or cover losses caused by unsuitable water conditions, improper acclimation, untreated tap water or incompatible tank mates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease ensure your aquarium is fully established, appropriately conditioned and suitable for freshwater shrimp before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenlab Collective ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50961334042694,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/1167\/9046\/files\/SpeckledShrimpinaMossyAquascape.png?v=1794102433","url":"https:\/\/greenlabcollective.com.au\/products\/australian-amano-shrimp-captive-bred","provider":"Greenlab Collective ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}