Species profile
Bamboo Shrimp
Atyopsis moluccensis
Peaceful
Moderate care
80 L minimum aquarium
7–9 cm adult size
Bottom–mid
Minimum group: 3
About this species
General notes for hobby use.
Filter feeder, not a conventional algae-eating shrimp. Starvation is common when flow and suspended food are inadequate.
Water parameters
Suggested general range for long-term care.
Temperature
23–29 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH
6–15 dGH
KH
Not yet documented
Flow preference
High
Data confidence
Verified
Behaviour
General behaviour traits used by TanksConnected compatibility checks.
Minimum group size
Minimum group: 3
Tank zone
Bottom–mid
Territory level
None
Predation risk
None
Bioload factor
0.3
Peaceful and sociable; groups work well where several high-flow feeding perches exist.
Compatibility flags
Quick cautions for common tank-planning issues.
Fin nipper
No
Plant safe
Yes
Shrimp safe
Yes
Snail safe
Yes
Cave breeder
No
Digs substrate
No
Jump risk
Yes
Natural history & care
Research-backed context for long-term aquarium care.
Lifespan
Not yet documented
Diet type
Filter feeder
Minimum aquarium volume
80 L
Minimum footprint
60 × 30 cm
Accepted scientific name
Atyopsis moluccensis
Native range
Moluccas and widely across South-East Asian islands/mainland drainages.
Natural habitat
Fast-flowing freshwater. Provide mature biofilm-rich surfaces and elevated perches directly in strong current; protect all pump intakes.
Diet & feeding
Filter-feeds fine suspended particles. Supplement with powdered foods, cyclops, baby Artemia, phyto/zooplankton and finely ground complete foods.
Breeding & sexing
Research-backed guidance for identifying sexes and reproductive behaviour.
Sexing
Males have thicker first walking legs; females are fuller-bodied with a longer carapace.
Breeding
Adults live in freshwater, but larvae require downstream/brackish development; routine complete captive breeding is difficult.