The Bloody Mary Dwarf Shrimp is a stunning species that is often compared to the Red Cherry Shrimp. However, unlike the Cherry Shrimp, its flesh is also a vibrant shade of red, not just its outer shell. One way to differentiate this variety is by noticing its shorter rostrum in comparison to the Cherry Shrimp.
It is recommended to keep shrimp separate from other species to prevent cross-breeding that typically results in brown, muddled offspring.
Average purchase size is 1/2 inch or so.
Dwarf Shrimp are best for peaceful community tanks with lots of tiny hiding spaces. You'll notice they will be a lot more active and display brighter coloring when they feel safe. Heavily plant your aquarium for best breeding!
- Shrimp are not great with nippy or carnivorous fish such as Angelfish, Cichlids, Loaches.
- Otocinclus, Corydoras, Plecos, Tetras, Guppies, smaller Rasboras, and Celestial Danios are all great tank mates!
- Females will be slightly larger than males, and will display stronger coloring.
- These will come in a mix of sizes, coloration, and sex ratios are not guaranteed. You WILL, however, receive both sexes!
- Ten+ indicates that you will receive an extra just in case of any accidents during shipment. Only ten are covered by the Live Arrival Guarantee.
Neocaridina are among the hardiest Dwarf shrimp species; nevertheless, you should take great care to cycle your tank well, and avoid ammonia and nitrate/nitrite spikes. Heavily planting your tank will help with this!
Our shrimp are used to hard Kansas water, and kept in Walstad tanks at room temperatures.
Neocaridina Shimp Parameters are as follows:
- Ph: 6.5-8.0 (Ours: 6.8-7.8)
- Kh: 2 to 10 (Ours: 3-5)
- Gh: 7 to 15 (Ours: 7-8)
- TDS: 180 to 400 (Ours: 200-350)
- Temp: 65F to 80F (Ours: 68-74)
- Tank Size: Minimum 1 Gallon per 5 Shrimp