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Orange Rilli Shrimp
Bring a striking splash of orange and translucent colour to your planted aquarium with Orange Rilli Shrimp. These peaceful, selectively bred Neocaridina are prized for their distinctive patterned bodies and are fascinating to watch as they explore mosses, leaves and hardscape in search of biofilm and soft algae.
Common Name: Orange Rilli ShrimpScientific Name: Neocaridina davidi (Orange Rili variety)Origin: Selectively bred aquarium strain; precise origin unknownMaximum Size: 2–2.5 cm (0.8–1 inch)
Orange Rilli Shrimp Water Parameters
pH
6.4–7.5
GH
9–15
KH
3–15
TDS
100–300 ppm
Temperature
18–26°C (64–80°F)
Stable conditions matter more than chasing exact numbers.
About Orange Rilli Shrimp Orange Rilli Shrimp are a selectively bred colour-pattern variety of Neocaridina davidi. They are known for bright orange sections of the body separated by translucent or nearly clear areas, often around the midsection. Pattern placement and colour intensity vary naturally between individual shrimp.
Aquarium Setup & Care Provide a mature, fully cycled aquarium with stable water chemistry, live plants, mosses and hiding spaces. A sponge filter or protected filter intake helps safeguard shrimplets. Avoid abrupt water changes and copper-containing medications.
Feeding & Nutrition Breeding Orange Rilli Shrimp In a mature aquarium with stable conditions, Neocaridina shrimp can breed readily. Dense moss and plants provide cover for young shrimp. For more consistent orange rili patterns in future generations, maintain a dedicated colony and selectively breed shrimp with the desired orange-and-clear markings; mixing colour varieties can produce unpredictable offspring.
Acclimation & Live Shipping Inspect your shrimp promptly on arrival and acclimate carefully to differences in temperature and water chemistry. Avoid sudden changes. Orders are supported by The Wet Leaf's 100% Live Arrival Guarantee, subject to published terms.
Frequently Asked Questions What makes Orange Rilli Shrimp different from Orange Sunkist Shrimp? Orange Rilli Shrimp are selected for orange sections separated by translucent areas, while Orange Sunkist Shrimp generally show more continuous orange body colour.Are they beginner-friendly? Yes, once their aquarium is mature and water conditions are stable.Can they live with fish? Some peaceful fish may coexist, but many fish eat baby shrimp. A shrimp-only tank offers better breeding survival.
Complete Your Shrimp Aquarium
Explore GlasGarten Bacter AE , MK-Breed Baby Shrimp Food and GlasGarten Shrimp Lollies for supplemental feeding.
