Setting up a freshwater shrimp aquarium is easy, and many species of shrimp are hardy enough to be kept in a nano tank as little as 5 gallons. The best shrimp tank kits for caridina and neo caridina are spatious, come with adequate air filtration and soft light for allowing freshwater plants to grow and provide shelter to your little aquatic critters.
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Best Shrimp Aquarium Tank of
| Best Value for Money | Best Premium Quality | Best on a Budget | |
|---|---|---|---|
  Hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit |   Aqueon 8.75 Gallon Designer LED Shrimp Aquarium Kit |   Fluval Spec V Aquarium Kit, 5-Gallon | |
| Capacity | 8 Gallons | 8.75 Gallons | 5 Gallons |
| Dimensions | 19 x 11.8 x 9.6 inches | 15 x 21 x 16 inches | 15.5 x 11.5 x 24.5 inches |
| Weight | 20.4 pounds | 39.5 pounds | 13.9 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | hygger | Aqueon | Fluval |
| Avg. Rating | ★★★★☆ 4.1/5 | ★★★★☆ 4.0/5 | ★★★★☆ 4.4/5 |
| Check price | Check price | Check price |
1. Hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit
Review
This freshwater shrimp aquarium is so gorgeous to look at, made from 5mm thick and ultra-transparent high-quality glass, bent on the front side.
The tank capacity is 8 gallons, but some of the space is taken by the 3d Aquarium Background with a lovely rocky texture, wich is undetachable. There’s still plenty of room for your freshwater shrimp, particularly smaller ones like neocaridina.
Verdict
Top value for money
Features
- Power filter
- Pump
- One-strip aquarium LED light
- AC adapter
- Remote control
- Waterfall attachment
- Instruction manual.
Not included
2. Aqueon 8.75 Gallon Designer LED Shrimp Aquarium Kit
Review
The best thing about this tank is undoubtly its look and feel. Its angled top and overall shape make for an elegant addition to your tank collection while allowing you to enjoy spectacle views of your aquatic pets. Many of its parts are dismountable and you can decide to get rid of the top lid altogether making this a rimless tank, if you wish to. It is thought as a beginner’s tank for shrimp keepers and it does its job pretty well – it has nearly everything you need to get started in the hobby. Read more: Aqueon 8.75 Gallon Designer LED Shrimp Aquarium Kit Review
Verdict
Top Premium Quality
Features
Kit includes:
- 8.75G Glass Aquarium with Clear Lid
- Plant Aquarium Clip-On LED Lighting
- QuietFlow 20 Shrimp Filter preloaded with Replaceable Medium Carbon Cartridge
- 10 pounds of Plant and Shrimp Substrate
- Water Conditioner Sachet
- Aquarium Setup Guide
Not included
3. Fluval Spec V Aquarium Kit, 5-Gallon
Review
When it comes to nano tanks for shrimp, the Fluval Spec V is easily the best choice you can make. Small enough to fit on a desktop or counter, yet spacious enough to host tiny shrimp like the Red Cherry or the Amano. See: stocking ideas for 5 gallon shrimp tank.
Verdict
Top Budget Shrimp Tank
Features
- Aquarium cover
- LED light
- Circulation pump with output nozzle
- Low-voltage transformer
- Complete 3 Stage Filtration System:
- Fluval edge foam filter with block handle
- Fluval BioMax insert
- Fluval activated carbon insert
Not included
How to setup your freshwater shrimp tank
Once you get your shrimp tank kit you’ll need a few other things to get started. Make sure you have all of the following:
- Aquarium with at least 5-gallon capacity
- Aquarium cover lid
- LED lights suitable for plant growth
- Freshwater plant substrate
- Shrimp filter
- Water conditioner sachet
- Live freshwater plants
- Shrimp food
Once you have everything ready, you will need to start building your shrimp habitat before you introduce your dwarf shrimp in it. Make sure to follow instructions in your kit and allow a couple of weeks to cycle the water accordingly and setup your vegetation in the tank. You may want to add a few hardy fish and/or freshwater snails to your tank about a month before introducing shrimp while you keep an eye on your water parameters and make sure the tank is clear from ammonia and nitrites.
Once your tank is ready, you can finally add your dwarf shrimp! Check our suggestions for 5-gallon shrimp nano tank or stocking ideas for a 10-gallon shrimp nano tank if you need inspiration. Happy shrimp keeping!
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