Bring a cheerful splash of sunshine to your aquarium with Yellow Shrimp. These peaceful, selectively bred Neocaridina are active little grazers that explore mosses, leaves and hardscape for biofilm and soft algae. Their bright yellow coloration stands out beautifully in planted freshwater aquariums.
Common Name: Yellow ShrimpScientific Name: Neocaridina davidi (Yellow variety)Origin: Selectively bred aquarium strain; precise origin unknownMaximum Size: 2–2.5 cm (0.8–1 inch)
Yellow 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 Yellow Shrimp Yellow Shrimp are a selectively bred yellow colour variety of Neocaridina davidi. Their sunny lemon-to-golden tones add contrast to planted aquariums, especially against dark substrate and green moss. Individual colour intensity varies naturally with age, genetics and lighting.
Aquarium Setup & Care Provide a mature, fully cycled aquarium with stable water conditions, live plants, mosses and places to hide. A sponge filter or protected filter intake helps safeguard young shrimp. Avoid sudden changes in water chemistry and copper-containing medications.
Feeding & Nutrition Breeding Yellow Shrimp In a mature, stable aquarium, Neocaridina shrimp can reproduce readily. Dense moss and plants provide shelter for shrimplets. To maintain yellow coloration across generations, keep this strain separate from other Neocaridina colour varieties, which may produce unpredictable offspring colours.
Acclimation & Live Shipping Inspect your shrimp promptly upon arrival and acclimate carefully to differences in water chemistry and temperature. Avoid abrupt changes. Orders are supported by The Wet Leaf's 100% Live Arrival Guarantee, subject to published terms.
Frequently Asked Questions Are Yellow Shrimp suitable for beginners? Yes, once their aquarium is mature and water parameters are stable.Are Yellow Shrimp the same as Yellow Golden Back Shrimp? Both are yellow Neocaridina varieties, but Golden Back shrimp are selected for a more pronounced lighter stripe along the back.Can they live with fish? Some peaceful fish may coexist, but many fish eat baby shrimp. Shrimp-only aquariums generally offer better breeding survival.
Complete Your Shrimp Aquarium
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