Ghost Glass Shrimp

Ghost Glass Shrimp are fascinating freshwater shrimp known for their almost transparent bodies, allowing you to see many of their internal organs. They are active scavengers that spend their day searching for leftover food, algae, and organic matter, making them an excellent addition to community aquariums.

These peaceful shrimp are easy to care for and are suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists. They thrive in well-established aquariums with plenty of plants, moss, driftwood, and hiding places. Their transparent appearance provides excellent camouflage, making them an interesting and unique species to observe.

Features

• Nearly transparent body with a distinctive glass-like appearance.
• Peaceful and suitable for most freshwater community aquariums.
• Excellent scavengers that help consume leftover food and detritus.
• Active and entertaining to watch.
• Best kept in groups for natural behaviour.

Tank Parameters

• pH: 6.5–8.0
• Temperature: 20–28°C
• TDS: 150–300 ppm

Recommended Tank Setup

• Filter: Sponge filter or gentle filtration.
• Substrate: Sand or fine gravel (any inert substrate is suitable).
• Water: Dechlorinated freshwater.
• Decor: Live plants, moss, driftwood, rocks, and plenty of hiding places.

Feeding

Ghost Glass Shrimp are omnivorous and will happily eat high-quality shrimp foods, algae wafers, sinking pellets, blanched vegetables, biofilm, and leftover fish food. A varied diet helps maintain their health and encourages natural behaviour.

Compatibility

These shrimp are peaceful and do well with small, non-aggressive fish such as rasboras, small tetras, and other nano fish. Avoid housing them with large or predatory fish that may view them as food.

Ghost Glass Shrimp are a fantastic choice for hobbyists looking for a unique, active, and useful clean-up crew while adding a touch of natural beauty to their freshwater aquarium.