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Vampire Shrimp - (Atya gabonensis)
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🦐 Vampire Shrimp – (Atya gabonensis) – Large West African Filter-Feeding Shrimp

The Vampire Shrimp (Atya gabonensis), also known as the Gabon Filter Shrimp or Giant African Fan Shrimp, is a peaceful, filter-feeding freshwater shrimp native to fast-flowing rivers in West Africa. This fascinating species can grow much larger than most aquarium shrimp, reaching up to 6 inches in length. Instead of using pincers, it has specialized fan-like appendages to catch microscopic food particles from the water column, making it a unique and low-maintenance addition to peaceful community tanks.


🔎 Quick Facts – Vampire Shrimp (Atya gabonensis)

  • 📛 Common Names: Vampire Shrimp, Gabon Shrimp, Giant African Fan Shrimp
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Atya gabonensis
  • 🌍 Origin: West Africa – including rivers in Gabon, Nigeria, and Cameroon
  • 🎨 Appearance: Ranges in color from white to blue, tan, or brown; large, robust body; fan-like feeding appendages
  • 📏 Max Size: 5–6 inches (12–15 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; prized for unique feeding method and size

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful and community-safe
  • 🌿 Best kept with non-aggressive tankmates
  • 🪶 Uses fan-like claws to filter microscopic food from flowing water
  • 🌙 Often more active in low-light conditions

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons
  • 🌊 Requires gentle to moderate water flow for feeding
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, rocks, and shaded areas for hiding
  • 💡 Moderate lighting; prefers shaded zones

💧 Water Parameters – Vampire Shrimp Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Filter-Feeding Omnivore

  • 🪶 Feeds on micro-particles suspended in the water
  • 🐟 Supplement with powdered spirulina, crushed flakes, and baby brine shrimp
  • 🌿 Benefits from a well-established aquarium with natural biofilm

📋 Vampire Shrimp Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin West Africa – Gabon, Nigeria, Cameroon
📏 Max Size 5–6 inches
😇 Temperament Peaceful, community-safe
🏠 Tank Size 30+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F
🍽️ Diet Filter-feeding – micro foods, powdered spirulina
🎯 Ideal For Peaceful community aquariums

✨ Highlight:
The Vampire Shrimp is a gentle giant among freshwater shrimp, using its unique fan-like claws to filter food from the water — a fascinating and peaceful addition to large, well-established aquariums.

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