Orange Sunkist Shrimp

Neocaridina davidi

Also known as: Orange Shrimp, Sunkist Shrimp, Orange Neocaridina

A variety of Cherry Shrimp

A bright tangerine Neocaridina that pops against green plants and breeds as easily as cherry shrimp.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

65–80°F

pH

6.5–8

Hardness

4–14 dGH

Max size

1.2 in

Min tank

5 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Colony (10+)

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

1-2 years

Breeding

Egg-layer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Cultivated form (wild species: Taiwan and southern China)

Keep a colony of 10 or more in a cycled, planted tank with stable water and plenty of biofilm. Avoid copper medications and fish big enough to eat shrimp. Do not mix with other Neocaridina colors or offspring revert to wild brown.