Neocaridina

Of all the color varieties of Neocaridina davidi out there, blue is probably the most confusing to beginning shrimp keepers. There is a bunch of different blue varieties available, some with multiple common names (blue dream, blue fairy, blue jelly, blue rili, blue velvet… ahhh!). On top of that, you’ll find that each exists in […]

If you’re interested in breeding dwarf shrimp, there are a few requirements that have to be met. Your water quality should be high, the shrimp need to be well-fed and old enough to reproduce. The most important thing, though… you need to have males and females! This is why knowing how sexing cherry shrimp and other […]

If you love the look of the immensely popular red cherry shrimp but want to start a colony that’s a little more unusual, red rili shrimp might be the right choice for you. Selectively bred from their red cherry cousins, they don’t just feature bright red coloration but also translucent patches. This makes for a […]

Green shrimp taxonomy can be a little confusing: there are actually three types of green dwarf shrimp out there. This can lead to some mislabeling. Here, we will be discussing the easiest green dwarf shrimp to keep in the aquarium. This Neocaridina davidi variety features intense green coloration but is just as easy to care […]

Looking for a shrimp that’s as easy to keep as the humble red cherry but as stunningly colored as more expensive and difficult species? Look no further! Carbon rili shrimp are a selectively bred Neocaridina davidi variety with amazing coloration. Their body contains both colored and (almost) translucent patches, which makes them a real eyecatcher. […]

By now, most aquarists will probably have heard of red rili shrimp, which are loved for their fascinating mix of translucent patches and bright red coloration. But did you know there is also an orange rili shrimp? The perfect variety for anyone looking to add an intense pop of color to their tank! Keep reading […]

Looking for a shrimp that’s as easy to keep as a cherry shrimp, and as jet black as the stunning but fragile black king kong Caridina variety? Let us introduce you to the black rose shrimp. Easily one of the most spectacular Neocaridina davidi varieties, it makes a great choice for beginners who aren’t ready […]

Algae: they’re the eternal problem every aquarist and shrimp keeper has to deal with at some point or another. Although no fish or shrimp can completely wipe out an algae infestation, and you should avoid turning to live animals to help you clean your tank, there are a few algae eating shrimp out there that […]

If you’re just getting into shrimp keeping, it can be difficult to figure out which type to start with. There are so many species! So many colors, sizes and genera to choose from. Some are difficult to care for, while some are very easy. Today, let’s have a look at some of the best freshwater […]

Looking to add a pop of color to your fish tank without having to dive deep into complicated shrimp care? The orange sakura shrimp might be a good choice. This Neocaridina variety is easy to keep and its bright orange color makes it a real eyecatcher! Keep reading for everything you need to know about […]