Are Shrimp a Good Addition to My Tank?

[Bettafanatic]

Would some RCS shrimp do okay in a 38 gallon tank with this stock?

9 neon tetras
7 panda cory catfish
7 platies
1 betta fish

I'm mainly worried about the betta fish, but the betta that's going in there is usually a very peaceful fellow. Thanks!

 

[jcolon]

RCS may prove to be a snack for the betta. Adult RCS with plenty of plants and DW for cover may be ok. You could certainly try a few and see how it goes.

 

[Tetra1990]

RCS may prove to be a snack for the betta. Adult RCS with plenty of plants and DW for cover may be ok. You could certainly try a few and see how it goes.

Yes to this, but try ghost shrimp first. They are not as expensive as RCS. And give them plenty if cover.

 

[brennae]

I just added ghost shrimp to my Betta tank. I think she ate one or two but now that the shrimp have grown she leaves them alone. Mine have caves and plants cover aslo.

 

[jcolon]

I also recommend Amano shrimp ... they'd get large enough for a betta to leave alone.

 

[Bettafanatic]

I'll consider the amanos since they have a better chance at survival than the RCS. Thanks for the suggestions everyone!