Compatibility - Which fish are Shrimp safe?

[Ceej]

I've done some research on which species can go with what. I currently have 2 guppies, 2 mollies, and 6 ghost shrimp. From experience, what would go well with these and what wouldnt eat my shrimp?

 

[meegosh]

What size tank are we talking about? Tetras would go good with them if there is enough room.

 

[Ceej]

29g. I've read mixed reviews from different sites. Barbs and Harlequin Rasbora I like a lot.

 

[meegosh]

Depending on the Barbs you go with, they can be nippy. Rasbora's are nice and colorful additions.

 

[Ceej]

Depending on the Barbs you go with, they can be nippy. Rasbora's are nice and colorful additions.

Tiger Barbs are neat and interesting to watch. A buddy of mine has 12 by themselves. How would they fare with what I have?

 

[00youknowit00]

29g. I've read mixed reviews from different sites. Barbs and Harlequin Rasbora I like a lot.

Harlequin Rasbora are one of my favorite. They're really pretty once they color back up from then being at the store and all stressed. They never bother anybody else too. I know barbs can be fiesty towards other fish.

 

[LyndaB]

Tiger Barbs are neat and interesting to watch. A buddy of mine has 12 by themselves. How would they fare with what I have?

They'd probably kill off your other inhabitants. In my opinion, and from my experience with them, tiger barbs do best in a species only tank.

Consider rummynose tetra, white cloud mountain minnows, kuhli loaches.

 

[Ceej]

They'd probably kill off your other inhabitants. In my opinion, and from my experience with them, tiger barbs do best in a species only tank.

Consider rummynose tetra, white cloud mountain minnows, kuhli loaches.

Kuhli Loaches are nasty! Haha.

 

[Ceej]

Harlequin Rasbora are one of my favorite. They're really pretty once they color back up from then being at the store and all stressed. They never bother anybody else too. I know barbs can be fiesty towards other fish.

I put a couple Rasbora in the tank today. They look awesome! They'll look better when their color comes out like you said. I only got two because that's all that were left. As long as everyone gets along, I'll get a few more when they come in.

 

[00youknowit00]

I put a couple Rasbora in the tank today. They look awesome! They'll look better when their color comes out like you said. I only got two because that's all that were left. As long as everyone gets along, I'll get a few mire when they cone in.

I'd suggest trying to get 6-8, 8 being better if you can fit them in. I hope you like them as much as me!

 

[bruinsbro1997]

I would also suggest six or eight.

Were you considering any other shrimp or just ghosts?

 

[Ceej]

I'd suggest trying to get 6-8, 8 being better if you can fit them in. I hope you like them as much as me!

Idk if I can get 6 Rasbora lol. I've got 2 of each now. I was thinking 3-4 of each species.

 

[Ceej]

I would also suggest six or eight.

Were you considering any other shrimp or just ghosts?

I saw bamboo shrimp today, but I passed on those. I heard red cherry shrimp and ghost shrimp don't get along. I want more shrimp, but no more ghost.

 

[Ceej]

Is it safe to get 3-4 more Rasbora tonight if just bought 2 last night?

 

[00youknowit00]

Is it safe to get 3-4 more Rasbora tonight if just bought 2 last night?

I would day so. Go for it!

 

[Ceej]

I would day so. Go for it!

All 6 look great!!!!

 

[00youknowit00]

All 6 look great!!!!

Good! I've generally had pretty good luck stock wise with harlequin rasboras.

 

[Ceej]

Good! I've generally had pretty good lurch stock wise with harlequin rasboras.

I'm at max capacity now with 12 fish in my 29g tank. I was hoping to get some white clouds, but got two more guppies along with the Rasbora, so I think I'll have to quit now lol.