Aquatic Arts 5 Live Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata, aka Yamato shrimp) - 1/2 to 1 1/2 inch long Adult! Better than Ghost Shrimp! Best Algae Eating Shrimp In The World These shrimp feature translucent bodies with a bluish tint, covered in small, dark red dots. Amano shrimp are widely known as the single best algae eating shrimp in the world. They even eat hair algae, thread algae, and beard algae! Dwarf shrimp are very small and are not ideal for aquariums with medium to large-sized fish. Please research dwarf shrimp before purchasing to ensure compatibility with your tank's inhabitants. Grows larger than any other dwarf shrimp in the hobby. The amano shrimp we send range from 1/2 to 1 1/2 inches in length. All Aquatic Arts brand plants and animals come with a 100% live arrival guarantee, plus free email support directly from the owners!