Can cherry shrimp and nerite snails live together?
Yes
Cherry shrimp and nerite snails can share a tank. Their water needs overlap and neither is known to bother the other.
Why
- Their temperature and pH ranges overlap comfortably, and neither is known to nip, chase or eat the other.
What each one needs
| Cherry shrimp | Nerite snail | Both | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80°F (18–27°C) | 72–78°F (22–26°C) | 72–78°F (22–26°C) |
| pH | 6.5–8.0 | 7.0–8.5 | 7.0–8.0 |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal (19 L) | 5 gal (19 L) | 5 gal (19 L) |
| Keep at least | 6 | 1 | |
| Adult size | 1.2 in (3 cm) | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
The smallest tank for both
A 5 gallons (19 L) tank holds 6 cherry shrimp and 1 nerite snail at about 22% of its stocking limit, which leaves room for more.