Neocaridina Green Jade OE (low-grade)

Our breeding lines are selectively bred on a regular basis, and individuals that do not meet our breeding goals are removed from the line. The Neocaridina Green Demon shrimp offered here are culls from our breeding program. They show only very weak coloration, often displaying a yellowish to ochre-colored appearance, and therefore do not meet the color standards of our Green Demon line.

Size at sale: Shrimp are sold at a minimum size of 0.8 cm, just before reaching sexual maturity. If sexually mature animals are supplied, we ensure a balanced sex ratio whenever possible.

General care and breeding information: Like all dwarf shrimp of the genus Neocaridina, these animals are highly adaptable and can usually be kept without difficulty in tap water (18–26 °C). In our facility, the tap water parameters are: pH 7.6, GH 10, KH 9, conductivity 600 µS, and 22 °C. The shrimp feed on standard fish food, algae growth, as well as decaying plant and animal matter. This makes them excellent scavengers that contribute to the biological balance of the aquarium. Keeping them together with small to medium-sized aquarium fish can work well, although sufficient hiding places such as mosses and driftwood are recommended. Under optimal conditions, the shrimp reproduce readily and quickly develop into vibrant colonies.