Yellow Cherry Shrimp - (No Online Purchases)

Name: Yellow Cherry Shrimp / Yellow Neocaridina Shrimp - Pick Up In Store Only

Scientific Name:Neocaridina davidi (Yellow Colour Variety)

Description: A vibrant and peaceful freshwater dwarf shrimp known for its beautiful bright yellow colouration. Yellow Cherry Shrimp are a selectively bred colour variety ofNeocaridina davidi, with colours ranging from pale lemon yellow to rich golden yellow.

Females are generally larger and display stronger colouration than males. These active little shrimp spend much of their time grazing on algae, biofilm and leftover food, making them excellent additions to planted aquariums. They are relatively hardy, easy to care for and readily breed under suitable aquarium conditions.

Origin: Originally descended fromNeocaridina davidi populations native to East Asia, including Taiwan and mainland China. The yellow colour variety has been selectively bred in captivity.

pH: Approximately 6.5–8.0

Temperature: Around 20–26°C

Adult Size: Approximately 2.5–3.5 cm

Lifespan: Approximately 1–2 years under suitable aquarium conditions.

Food: Omnivorous scavengers. Feed a varied diet of quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, spirulina-based foods, biofilm, soft algae and blanched vegetables such as zucchini and spinach. They also graze on decaying plant matter and leftover fish food. Occasional protein-rich shrimp foods can be offered to support healthy growth and breeding. Avoid overfeeding.

Compatibility: Extremely peaceful and best kept in groups of six or more, although larger colonies