🦐 Orange Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
🦐Orange Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
Freshwater Dwarf Shrimp • Aquarium Cleaner Shrimp • Nano Tank Invertebrate • Beginner Shrimp Species
📋 The Orange Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi), often referred to as Orange Sakura Shrimp, is a vibrant freshwater variety prized for its Bright Orange Coloration that stands out beautifully in planted aquariums.
This hardy shrimp is ideal for nano and aquascaped tanks, where it actively consumes algae, biofilm, and detritus.
It is peaceful and thrives in colonies, making it both decorative and functional.
With proper care, it excels as a Low-Maintenance Aquarium Cleaning Shrimp in freshwater systems.
💡 Highlights
🟠 Bright Orange Coloration: Bold and vibrant appearance
🧽 Natural Cleaner: Consumes algae and biofilm
👥 Colony Shrimp: Best kept in groups
🌿 Planted Tank Friendly: Ideal for aquascapes
💚 Beginner Friendly: Hardy and easy to care for
🧾 A Quick Look at the Orange Neocaridina Shrimp
📛 Common Name: Orange Neocaridina Shrimp (Orange Sakura Shrimp)
🔬 Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi
👨👩👧 Family: Atyidae
🌍 Origin: Taiwan (selectively bred)
📏 Max Size: 2–3 cm (≈ 0.8–1.2″)
💧 pH Range: 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 20–26 °C (≈ 68–79 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🌿 Planted Tank Safe: ✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 20 L (≈ 5 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom • Surfaces
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 1–2 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore (scavenger)
🐣 Reproduction: Live-bearing (egg carrier)

















