Orange Shrimp

Description

 

🍊 Neo-Caridina Orange Shrimp – Zesty Color for Your Freshwater Tank 🦐🧡

Brighten up your aquarium with the fiery charm of the Neo-Caridina Orange Shrimp. Known for their vivid orange tones and easy-going nature, these shrimp are a must-have for hobbyists looking to add a splash of citrus color to their aquascapes.

Perfect for beginners and experts alike, these hardy freshwater invertebrates are not just visually striking—they also help keep your tank clean and healthy by feeding on algae and detritus.

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✨ Why Choose Orange Shrimp?

Orange Neo-Caridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. “orange”) are selectively bred for their rich tangerine-to-deep-orange hues. Popular varieties include Orange Sakura and Orange Rili, prized for their high color intensity and peaceful temperament.

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🐠 Key Features

• 🧡 Intense Orange Color: Adds eye-catching warmth and contrast in planted or dark-background tanks.
• 🧼 Natural Cleaners: Constant grazers that feed on algae, detritus, and biofilm.
• 🧬 Low-Maintenance: Adaptable and resilient—ideal for beginners or mixed shrimp colonies.
• 👫 Community Safe: Peaceful and social; enjoy living in groups of 6 or more.
• 🐣 Easy Breeders: Reproduce steadily in well-maintained freshwater environments.

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📏 Size & Lifespan

• 🔹 Adult Size: 2.5 – 3 cm (1 – 1.2 inches)
• ⏳ Lifespan: 1 – 2 years

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🌊 Ideal Water Parameters

• 💧 Temperature: 21°C – 24°C (70°F – 75°F)
• 💎 pH: 6.5 – 7.5
• 🌡 GH: 6 – 8
• ⚖️ KH: 1 – 4
• 💦 TDS: 180 – 250 ppm

Stable conditions are essential. Avoid sudden parameter shifts and ensure your tank is fully cycled.

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🍽️ Diet & Feeding

Orange Shrimp are omnivorous scavengers. Their diet includes:

• 🦠 Naturally growing biofilm and soft algae
• 🍤 High-quality shrimp pellets and wafers
• 🥬 Blanched greens like spinach or zucchini
• 🧂 Calcium-rich supplements to promote molting

Feed 2–4 times a week; avoid overfeeding to maintain water quality.

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🧑‍🔧 Care Guide

Keep your Orange Shrimp healthy and happy with this care routine:

Care Aspect	Recommendation
✅ Tank Size	10L minimum; 20L+ ideal for colonies
🧽 Filtration	Sponge filter or low-flow system
🌿 Decor	Moss, java ferns, driftwood, hiding spaces
💡 Lighting	Moderate to promote biofilm and algae growth
🚫 Avoid	Copper-based meds, high-nitrate environments
🔄 Maintenance	Weekly 10–15% water changes + parameter testing

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🤝 Compatible Tank Mates

Ideal for peaceful communities and shrimp-only tanks:

✅ Safe Tank Mates	❌ Avoid These
🐌 Nerite, Malaysian Trumpet Snails	🐟 Bettas (some may nip)
🐟 Ember & Chili Rasboras	🐠 Cichlids, Barbs, Gouramis
🐟 Neon & Pygmy Tetras	🦀 Crayfish, large aggressive inverts
🐟 Otocinclus Catfish	🐟 Fast-swimming or predatory fish
🦐 Other Neo-Caridina Shrimp	🐟 Fish known for nipping/harassment

Plenty of moss or plants offers extra safety and comfort, especially during molting or breeding.

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💡 Pro Tips

• Use a dark or black substrate to enhance their orange color vibrancy.
• Introduce slowly with drip acclimation to reduce stress.
• Maintain stable water conditions to promote breeding and long life.
• Combine with other Neo-Caridina for a colorful shrimp tank display.

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🛍️ Perfect For:

✅ Nano tanks & aquascapes
✅ Beginner shrimp hobbyists
✅ Color-themed shrimp colonies
✅ Peaceful community tanks

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Add a bold pop of citrus to your aquascape with the Neo-Caridina Orange Shrimp – a cheerful, hardy invertebrate that brings both beauty and balance to your freshwater tank. 🧡🦐

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