{"product_id":"assorted-shrimp-1","title":"Assorted Shrimp","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout the Assorted Freshwater Shrimp\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssorted Freshwater Shrimp offer a colourful mix of hardy \u003cem\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e varieties, making them an excellent choice for planted aquariums, aquascapes, and peaceful community tanks. Depending on availability, your selection may include vibrant colours such as Red Cherry, Blue Dream, Yellow Cherry, Orange Sunkist, Snowball, Black Rose, Green Jade, Chocolate, Blue Jelly, Carbon Rili, Red Rili, Orange Rili, and other premium colour morphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese active freshwater shrimp spend their day grazing on algae, biofilm, and organic matter found on plants, driftwood, rocks, and aquarium glass. They are both attractive and highly beneficial, helping to naturally maintain a clean and healthy aquarium while adding constant movement and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssorted Freshwater Shrimp thrive in mature planted aquariums with mosses, fine-leaved plants, driftwood, botanicals, and plenty of hiding places. Stable water conditions and an established aquarium rich in natural biofilm are essential for successful moulting and breeding. They are excellent companions for peaceful nano fish including Ember Tetras, Chili Rasboras, Celestial Pearl Danios, Pygmy Corydoras, Otocinclus, Medaka, and Blue-eye Rainbowfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet of premium shrimp pellets, algae wafers, spirulina, Indian Almond Leaves, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-rich foods such as baby brine shrimp will support healthy moulting, vibrant colours, and successful breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy, colourful, and incredibly easy to care for, Assorted Freshwater Shrimp are a fantastic choice for both beginner and experienced shrimp keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assorted shrimp are selected based on current availability. Colours, grades, sizes, and patterns will vary, and your order may contain one or multiple colour varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssorted Freshwater Shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptive-bred colour varieties of a species native to Taiwan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5–3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDiet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 Litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20–26°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003epH\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.5–7.8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6–12 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5–2 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShrimp aquariums, planted tanks, nano aquariums, and peaceful community aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat colours are included in Assorted Freshwater Shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColours vary depending on availability and may include Red Cherry, Blue Dream, Yellow Cherry, Orange Sunkist, Snowball, Black Rose, Green Jade, Chocolate, Blue Jelly, Carbon Rili, Red Rili, Orange Rili, and other \u003cem\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Assorted Freshwater Shrimp good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. \u003cem\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e shrimp are among the easiest freshwater shrimp to care for and are ideal for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Assorted Freshwater Shrimp eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey feed on biofilm, algae, premium shrimp pellets, algae wafers, spirulina, blanched vegetables, Indian Almond Leaves, and occasional protein-rich foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Assorted Freshwater Shrimp live with fish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They do well with peaceful nano fish such as Ember Tetras, Rasboras, Pygmy Corydoras, Otocinclus, Medaka, and Blue-eyes. Avoid large or predatory fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill Assorted Freshwater Shrimp breed true?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf different \u003cem\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e colour varieties are kept together, they will interbreed. Over successive generations, this often results in wild-type brown offspring. To maintain pure colour lines, keep each variety in a separate aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMixing colour varieties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent \u003cem\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e colours readily interbreed, which can reduce colour quality over future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdding them to immature aquariums\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways introduce shrimp to a mature, fully cycled aquarium with abundant natural biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSudden water parameter changes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRapid fluctuations in temperature, pH, or hardness can cause stress and moulting problems. Slow acclimation is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKeeping them with predatory fish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany fish will prey on shrimp or shrimplets. Choose peaceful tank mates and provide plenty of hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOverfeeding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed sparingly and allow shrimp to graze naturally. Excess food can quickly reduce water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":48861256188043,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5","offer_id":48861256220811,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/tc65qBC_8gqxEGWhrVkRuu1bk0AiY41b1F7ibQDIlH_buVSjKxJIVTS-a20ocFrn1wqTuzjef7BnsgHOfvs7kjVuqPSAWP14HulmduFeQZIaIBoN2RAxPMOpyPbuWPwyar0O5KwRLjyUN9-am9y_O79CKuwmWZtYLZe71sr4sY306nvIL2QpHUs.jpg?v=1786072284","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/assorted-shrimp-1","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}