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The Art of Freshwater Shrimp

Curated species, expert care guides, and a passionate community dedicated to the world's most fascinating invertebrates.

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Featured Species

Crystal Red

Caridina cantonensis

Striking red and white banding pattern. The crown jewel of ornamental shrimp keeping, graded from C to SSS.

Advanced pH 5.8–6.8 20–24°C

Neocaridina Green Jade

Neocaridina davidi var. "Green Jade"

Deep emerald coloration over a translucent body. Hardy and prolific — perfect for planted aquascapes.

Beginner pH 6.5–8.0 18–28°C

Golden Bee

Caridina cantonensis var. "Golden"

Warm golden body with delicate white accents. A rare Caridina variant prized by collectors worldwide.

Moderate pH 5.8–6.8 21–24°C

Blue Bolt

Caridina cantonensis var. "Blue Bolt"

Intense steel-blue coloration with a ghostly white head. A Taiwan Bee hybrid of extraordinary beauty.

Advanced pH 5.4–6.2 20–23°C

Bloody Mary

Neocaridina davidi var. "Bloody Mary"

Deep, translucent red throughout the entire body — the color comes from tissue, not the shell. Stunning under light.

Beginner pH 6.5–8.0 20–26°C

Blue Dream

Neocaridina davidi var. "Blue Dream"

Rich velvet-blue coloration covering the entire body. A selectively bred Neocaridina with remarkable depth of colour.

Beginner pH 6.5–8.0 18–28°C
Optimal Water Parameters

Maintaining stable water chemistry is the single most important factor for healthy, breeding shrimp colonies.

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Temperature

22°C

Range: 20–26°C
Stability matters more than precision

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pH Level

6.5

Neocaridina: 6.5–8.0
Caridina: 5.4–6.8

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GH (General)

6 dGH

Essential for molting
Caridina: 4–6 · Neo: 6–12

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TDS

150

Total Dissolved Solids
Caridina: 100–150 · Neo: 150–250

Getting Started

1 — Cycle Your Tank

Run your aquarium with active filtration and an ammonia source for 4–6 weeks. Test regularly until ammonia and nitrites read zero. Patience here saves lives.

2 — Choose Your Substrate

Active buffering substrates (ADA Amazonia, Controsoil) are essential for Caridina. Neocaridina thrive on inert substrates. Match substrate to your species.

3 — Drip Acclimate

Always drip-acclimate new arrivals over 1–2 hours. Sudden parameter shifts are the leading cause of losses. Use airline tubing tied in a loose knot.

4 — Feed Sparingly

Shrimp are efficient biofilm grazers. Supplement with blanched vegetables, mineral supplements, and specialty foods 2–3 times per week. Remove uneaten food after 2 hours.

5 — Maintain Consistency

Weekly 10–15% water changes with remineralized RO water. Test parameters weekly. Avoid large water changes — shrimp prize stability over perfection.

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