Description
Neocaridina and caridina Shrimp will make a great addition to any community freshwater aquarium. These tiny creatures, are not only great looking with their vibrant colors but also have a great purpose - cleaning your aquarium! This Dwarf Shrimp of the Atyidae family is one of the best in the business when it comes to cleaning. They feed on several different types of algae and organic debris. They are quite easy to keep and very low maintenance.
They thrive in planted tanks where shelter and food are abundant.
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Great for planted tanks;
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Amazing lifestyle - Very active whether its daytime or nighttime;
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Will breed easily if parameters are right;
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Great algae cleaners.
Shrimp will eat a big variety of foods such as:
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Algae
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Algae Wafers
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Invertebrate Pellets
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Flake Food
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Decaying Plant Matter
Care:
- Tank size(Minimum): 5 Gal
- Care: Easy
- Temperature: 67-82
- PH: 6.6-7.6
- Max Size: 1.5"
- Diet: Omnivore
- Temperament: Peaceful
Average purchase size: 0.5" to 1"
DO NOT USE COPPER IN AQUARIUMS CONTAINING SHRIMP!