Black Rose Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
Quick facts
Scientific nameNeocaridina davidi
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Adult size1.5 in
Minimum tank size5
Water parametersTemp 65-78°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 6-12 dGH
Diet and feeding
omnivore
Keeper notes
Breeds readily in freshwater; deep blackish-purple high grade of the black line. A deep blackish-purple Neocaridina morph, the top grade of the black line. Same easy care: stable hard neutral water, mature planted tank, biofilm plus shrimp food. Copper sensitive — no copper medications. Color intensity improves over light substrate and with good diet.
Log Black Rose Shrimp in your reef tank
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