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Orange Sunkist Shrimp
Bring a burst of warm orange colour to your planted aquarium with Orange Sunkist Shrimp. These peaceful, selectively bred Neocaridina are lively grazers that explore plants, mosses and hardscape in search of biofilm and algae. Their bright coloration makes them an eye-catching choice for both new and experienced shrimp keepers.
Common Name: Orange Sunkist ShrimpScientific Name: Neocaridina davidi (Orange Sunkist variety)Origin: Taiwan (selectively bred strain)Maximum Size: 2–2.5 cm (0.8–1 inch)
Orange Sunkist 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 Sunkist Shrimp Orange Sunkist Shrimp are a selectively bred orange colour variety of Neocaridina davidi. Their warm tangerine-to-orange coloration varies naturally among individuals. These peaceful freshwater shrimp are active grazers that look especially striking against green aquarium plants.
Aquarium Setup & Care Provide a mature, fully cycled aquarium with stable water chemistry, mosses, plants and places to hide. A sponge filter or protected filter intake helps safeguard shrimplets. Avoid sudden changes in water parameters and copper-containing medications.
Feeding & Nutrition Breeding Orange Sunkist Shrimp In a mature, stable aquarium, Neocaridina shrimp can breed readily. Dense plants and moss provide cover for newly hatched shrimplets. Keeping Orange Sunkist Shrimp within their own colour line is preferable when aiming for consistent orange offspring; mixing Neocaridina colour varieties may lead to unpredictable colours.
Acclimation & Live Shipping Check 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 the store's published terms.
Frequently Asked Questions Are Orange Sunkist Shrimp suitable for beginners? Yes, in a mature aquarium with stable water conditions.Do they eat algae? They graze on soft algae and biofilm but do not replace regular aquarium maintenance.Can they live with fish? Some peaceful fish may coexist, but many fish eat baby shrimp. A shrimp-only aquarium offers better breeding survival.
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