🦐 Red Onyx Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. Red Onyx)
🦐 Red Onyx Neocaridina Shrimp Neocaridina davidi var. Red Onyx
Ruby Red • Onyx Pattern • Hardy Algae Cleaner
📋 The Red Onyx Neocaridina Shrimp is a rare and selectively bred morph of Neocaridina davidi, prized for its deep ruby-red coloration with darker, almost black marbling or onyx-like patterns. This dramatic appearance makes it one of the most sought-after Neocaridina varieties for aquascaping and shrimp collections.
Like all Neocaridina, Red Onyx Shrimp are hardy, peaceful, and easy to breed, thriving in colonies and providing excellent algae control. Their striking color makes them stand out beautifully against green plants and lighter substrates.
💡 Highlights
🟥 Ruby Red with Onyx Marbling – Unique patterned morph
🌿 Algae Cleaner – Natural aquarium grazer
👨👩👧 Colony Shrimp – Breeds easily in groups
✅ Beginner Friendly – Hardy and adaptable
🐠 Community Safe – Peaceful with small fish
🧾 A Quick Look at the Red Onyx Neocaridina Shrimp
📛 Common Name: Red Onyx Neocaridina Shrimp
🔬 Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi (Red Onyx morph)
👨👩👧 Family: Atyidae
🌍 Origin: Taiwan (selectively bred morph)
📏 Max Size: 2.5 – 3 cm (1 – 1.2 inches)
💧 pH Range: 6.5 – 7.8
🌡️ Temperature Range: 20 – 26°C (68 – 79°F)
🧠 Care Level: Easy
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🏠 Min Tank Size: 20 L (5+ US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom & mid-level
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No – man-made morph
⏳ Lifespan: 1 – 2 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore – algae, biofilm, pellets, blanched vegetables
🐣 Reproduction: Prolific breeder in aquariums

















