Yellow Goldenback Shrimp Care Guide
Neocaridina davidi
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Bioload Score
80
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 3 cm / 1.2"
- Temperature
- 18–28°C (65–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 8
- Min Tank Size
- 20L (5 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 10 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 tiny animal foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful nano fish such as small rasboras and otocinclus, as well as other Neocaridina varieties and freshwater snails.
Good to Know
Yellow Goldenback Shrimp are a selectively bred colour form of Neocaridina davidi whose bright dorsal stripe can range from golden yellow to metallic cream.
Gender Differences
Females are generally larger and deeper-bodied with a more pronounced curved abdomen, while males are smaller, slimmer and often less intensely coloured.
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