Description

 

🦐 Bamboo Shrimp (Atyopsis moluccensis)

Graceful Filter Feeder for Freshwater Aquariums

The Bamboo Shrimp, also known as the Wood Shrimp, is a peaceful and fascinating freshwater invertebrate that brings both function and beauty to your aquarium. Native to fast-flowing streams of Southeast Asia, this large, fan-feeding shrimp is prized for its unique behavior and calm temperament. Rather than scavenging along the bottom, Bamboo Shrimp extend their feather-like filtering appendages into the current to catch fine food particles from the water column—a mesmerizing sight for aquarists of all experience levels.

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🧬 Species Information

• Common Names: Bamboo Shrimp, Wood Shrimp, Flower Shrimp
• Scientific Name: Atyopsis moluccensis
• Adult Size: Up to 8–10 cm (3–4 inches)
• Lifespan: 1–2 years (with optimal care)
• Origin: Southeast Asia
• Temperament: Peaceful, community-friendly
• Diet: Filter feeder
• Tank Level: Mid to low areas, often perched in flow

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💡 Ideal Aquarium Conditions

Bamboo Shrimp thrive in mature aquariums with stable parameters and a steady current. They are best kept in:

• Tank Size: 60L minimum (larger is better for stable conditions)
• Water Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.5–7.5
• GH: 6–15
• KH: 2–10
• Flow: Moderate to strong current required for feeding
• Lighting: Low to moderate

Provide them with perches near the flow (e.g. rocks, driftwood, filter outflows), where they can fan for suspended food. They’re active when conditions are right, especially during feeding times.

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🍽 Feeding Behavior

Unlike scavenging shrimp, Bamboo Shrimp are filter feeders, using their fan-like appendages to sift micro-particles from the water. They primarily consume:

• Microplankton
• Finely crushed flakes or pellets
• Liquified shrimp or coral food
• Powdered spirulina
• Specialized filter-feeder foods
• Check out our recommended food to feed these shrimp here

In low-food setups, gently target feed near their perch using a pipette. Avoid overfeeding—these shrimp don’t require large quantities but need consistent access to suspended food.

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🏡 Tankmates & Compatibility

Bamboo Shrimp are gentle giants of the invertebrate world. They are completely peaceful and do well with:

• Tetras, rasboras, guppies
• Corydoras, small peaceful loaches
• Snails and other dwarf shrimp
• Gouramis, bettas (if shrimp-safe)

Avoid large or aggressive fish such as cichlids or curious species that might nip at the shrimp’s delicate fans or antennae.

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⚠️ Special Care Tips

✔️ Flow is essential – Without current, they cannot feed.
✔️ Cover all inlets – Ensure powerheads or filters won’t trap them.
✔️ Stable water conditions – Avoid sudden pH, temp, or hardness shifts.
✔️ Do not add to new tanks – Ensure the aquarium is cycled and mature.

They will molt every few weeks—during this time they often hide, and it’s normal for them to appear pale or “disappear” for a day or two.

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📦 What You’ll Receive

You’ll receive a healthy, sub-adult or adult Bamboo Shrimp, ready to join your peaceful freshwater aquarium. Colors may range from tan to reddish brown depending on individual variation and mood.

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🌿 Add a touch of elegance and natural filtration to your freshwater setup with the Bamboo Shrimp. Their fan-feeding behavior and peaceful nature make them an ideal choice for aquarists looking for both beauty and biofunction.