Black Rose Shrimp Care Guide
Neocaridina davidi
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Bioload Score
80
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 3 cm / 1.2"
- Temperature
- 18–28°C (64–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 8
- Min Tank Size
- 20L (5 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
An omnivorous scavenger that grazes on algae, biofilm, plant matter and small amounts of animal-based food.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include small peaceful fish such as ember tetras and chili rasboras, along with other peaceful dwarf shrimp and freshwater snails.
Good to Know
The Black Rose Shrimp is a selectively bred black colour form of Neocaridina davidi, a species famous for producing fully formed miniature young rather than free-swimming larvae.
Gender Differences
Females are usually larger and deeper-bodied, often with a visible saddle and broader abdomen, while males are smaller and slimmer.
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