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Add a touch of elegance to your tank with the Carbon Rili Shrimp, a selectively bred black color variant of Neocaridina heteropoda. Bred in Germany, it's a unique addition to any aquarium. With a lifespan of 1 - 2 years and reaching 0.75 - 1.50 inches when fully grown, it's available for purchase at a size of 0.75 - 1.25 inches. They are also excellent algae eaters and will keep your tank clean.
Carbon Rili Shrimp
The Carbon Rili Shrimp is a fairly recent color variation of the wild Neocaridina heteropoda. This color variation was originally bred in Germany and started to appear in the Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp hobby in the early 2000's.
Carbon Rili Shrimp Behavior
Carbon Rili Shrimp are non-aggressive and are quite active. In an aquarium that has no predators, Carbon Rili Shrimp will often be observed grazing on algae on aquarium plants, decorations, and on the substrate. When fed, the shrimp will often form large groups that are quite striking in appearance.
Carbon Rili Shrimp Care
Carbon Rili Shrimp are a little more demanding than many other Dwarf Shrimp and have the same care requirements as the wild type of this species, the neocaridina Shrimp. The water is required to have ph of 7.0-7.8 and GH of 7-9 for the Carbon Rili Shrimp to be happy. They also prefer a little less than tropical temperatures. As with all aquarium shrimp, the aquarium should be well established, and the parameters should be kept stable. The higher-grade Carbon Rili Shrimp are more sensitive to nitrates than many other Dwarf Shrimp, so care must be taken to ensure high-quality water.
You can find the full Carbon Rili Shrimp care sheet in the link.
Buying Carbon Rili Shrimp
As with all aquatic invertebrates, it is important to make sure copper does not get into the aquarium. Copper is toxic to all Dwarf Shrimp. Many medications contain elevated levels of copper, so it is recommended not to medicate an aquarium with Dwarf Shrimp in it.
Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi var. "Carbon Rili"
Other Scientific Names: Neocaridina heteropoda
Common Name: Carbon rili shrimp
Other Common Name: rili shrimp, black rili shrimp
Temperament: Peaceful
Breeding: Easy
Care Level: Easy
Origin: Selectivily breed color mutation of Red Cherry Shrimp
Found in Wild: No
Life Span: 1-2 Years
Gestation Period: 30 Days
Full Grown Size: 0.75"-1.50"
Approximate Purchase Size: 0.75"-1.25"
General Water Parameters:
pH Range: 6.2-8.0
Temperature Range: 65-85 °F
GH Range: 4-8
KH Range: 3-15
TDS Range: 150-200
The Shrimp Farm’s Water Parameters:
pH Range: 7.0-7.4
Temperature Range: 68-72 °F
GH Range: 6-8
KH Range: 3-4
TDS Range: 175-225
Currently Being Fed: Ebita Breed - Quarto 2
How big do Carbon Rili Shrimp get?
The females can reach up to around 1.6"/4 cm, while the males stay a bit smaller.
How many Carbon Rili Shrimp can I keep per gallon?
You can keep an almost infinite amount of Carbon Rili shrimp per gallon of aquarium water volume as long as you make sure to start with at least a 5-gallon tank. Stay on top of maintenance, and the colony should balance itself.
How long do Carbon Rili Shrimp live?
Carbon Rili shrimp's lifespan strongly depends on factors like water quality, diet, and temperature. In the right conditions, they can make it at least a year, even up to two.
How fast do Carbon Rili Shrimp grow?
Pretty darn quickly! In the right conditions, they are able to grow from freshly hatched fry to breeding adults in 2-2.5 months.
Is Carbon Rili Shrimp easy to Breed?
If optimal care requirements are met, the Carbon Rili Shrimp is fairly easy to breed. It can be difficult to determine the sex of a Carbon Rili Shrimp. The males are slightly smaller and have shorter, thinner tail sections. The females are larger with a longer and wider tail section. In our shop, we sell great Breeding Aids for you to help the breeding process go easier and faster.
Will different shrimp species breed with each other?
Yes, most Neocaridina species will breed with other Neocaridina species, and many Caridina species will breed with other Caridina species. Neocaridina species will not breed with Caridina species. It is not recommended to keep any species that may interbreed with each other. Check out our dwarf shrimp compatibility chart to see what shrimp will not interbreed with Carbon Rili Shrimp.
Why is my Carbon Rili Shrimp losing color?
Carbon Rili shrimp can fade if the water quality is off - have you done a water test yet? You can get great water quality test kits in our shop. It can also be related to substrate color. It's often recommended to keep the colorful species on a darker substrate, or they may fade to help them blend in.
How often do Carbon Rili Shrimp molt?
Depends on their age! Carbon Rili shrimp grow very quickly. This also means they molt a lot (at least every few days at first) until they reach their adult size, after which they slow down to about once a month.
What is the diet of Carbon Rili Shrimp?
Carbon Rili Shrimp are omnivores and share the same diet that most Dwarf Shrimp enjoy. They will eat just about anything in an aquarium, that is edible. Carbon Rili Shrimp will eat the algae that naturally occurs in aquariums. Sinking pellets and blanched (boiled until soft) vegetables make good foods for dwarf shrimp, as well. But Carbon Rili will oftentimes need supplemental feedings. Aquarium foods intended for bottom feeders and aquatic invertebrates are readily accepted, as are blanched vegetables (boiled until soft). You can find wide veracity of good shrimp foods in our shop. The Carbon Rili Shrimp you order are currently eating Ebita Breed - Quarto 2
What type of filter should I use?
A sponge filter is the best filter for a shrimp-only aquarium. Another good option is a corner box filter. Most power filters will suck smaller shrimp into the filter and kill them, so they are not recommended. In our shop, you can find a nice selection of filters that are safe for shrimps.
What are the best plants for Carbon Rili Shrimp?
Any aquarium plants are great if you'd like to keep Carbon Rili shrimp! They love to hide in and forage on the leaves. A few personal favorites are java moss, floating plants, and hair grass (Eleocharis acicularis). All the plants we sell are great for Carbon Rili Shrimp. You can find out more about Freshwater aquarium plants here.
What is the best substrate for Carbon Rili Shrimp?
Carbon Rili shrimp can lose their color if kept on a light substrate. After all, they're prey animals, so they like to blend in as a means to avoid predators. Your best bet is to go for a dark substrate; the type doesn't matter much for your shrimp. In fact, they even do fine with no substrate at all.
What are the best tank mates for Carbon Rili Shrimp?
Carbon Rili shrimp, like other dwarf shrimp, are very peaceful and vulnerable creatures. They will never harm any tankmates but will easily fall prey to hungry fish. It might be a good idea to set up a single-species aquarium. Still, peaceful inverts like other shrimp and small snails are always a possibility. You can check out the dwarf shrimp compatibility chart to see what shrimp will be a great match for the Carbon Rili Shrimp.
Aquarists who don't mind losing some of their stock can combine them with a number of peaceful species, including the popular Corydoras and Otocinclus catfish, small schooling fish, and more. Learn more about The Best Types Of Fish For Your Shrimp Aquarium here. The shrimp should usually breed quickly enough to sustain the population despite regular casualties, provided there are enough hiding places. Not enough hiding places for your shrimp? We have some great hiding decorations in our shop.
What is the best way to Acclimate my new Carbon Rili Shrimp?
When adding new shrimp into your established already existing tank, it is important to take the proper steps in introducing and acclimating them into their new home. The whole process is extremely stressful for the shrimp. Acclimation is important for shrimp as it allows them time to adjust to the temperature and parameters of their new environment. By doing this correctly, you will reduce the chances of shock or death of your new shrimps. You can find the step-by-step process of acclimating shrimp here.
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