Bring brilliant, citrus-toned beauty to your freshwater aquarium with Orange Sunkist Shrimp. A vibrant morph of the Neocaridina davidi line, these shrimp showcase a solid, glowing orange color that adds brightness and contrast to planted tanks, aquascapes, or shrimp-only setups. Their bold hue and peaceful personality make them a favorite for both beginners and experienced hobbyists.
We ship healthy juvenile shrimp at about 0.5 inches, which acclimate quickly and develop full coloration as they mature in your system.
Key Features:
Species: Neocaridina davidi “Orange Sunkist”
Color: Bright tangerine to deep orange
Size Shipped: ~0.5” juveniles
Adult Size: ~1 inch
Temperament: Peaceful, community-safe
Lifespan: 1 – 2 years
Swimming Level: Bottom and low-mid water
Origin: Tank-raised in stable Neocaridina parameters
Ideal Tank Parameters:
Temperature: 68°F – 78°F (20°C – 25.5°C)
pH: 6.6 – 7.6
GH: 6 – 8
KH: 3 – 6
TDS: 150 – 250 ppm
Filtration: Sponge or gentle filtration
Substrate: Inert (sand, gravel, or active substrate)
Why Choose Orange Sunkist Shrimp?
✔ Eye-Catching Color – Glows in Planted or Dark Substrate Tanks
✔ Hardy and Adaptable – Perfect for Beginners
✔ Peaceful – Safe With Shrimp, Snails, and Nano Fish
✔ Great for Algae Control and Biofilm Grazing
✔ Easily Breeds in Freshwater Conditions
Care Tips:
Orange Sunkist Shrimp thrive in clean, cycled tanks with ample biofilm, mosses, and hiding spaces. Stable water parameters and gentle filtration are essential. Avoid mixing them with other Neocaridina color strains to maintain vibrant color genetics.
Diet:
Shrimp-specific pellets or granules
Algae wafers and biofilm
Blanched vegetables (spinach, zucchini, kale)
Occasional protein-rich treats
Tankmates:
Peaceful nano fish (e.g., Chili Rasboras, Pygmy Corydoras)
Other Neocaridina or Caridina (if parameters match)
Nerite snails, ramshorn snails
Avoid aggressive fish or shrimp-eaters
Bring brilliant, citrus-toned beauty to your freshwater aquarium with Orange Sunkist Shrimp. A vibrant morph of the Neocaridina davidi line, these shrimp showcase a solid, glowing orange color that adds brightness and contrast to planted tanks, aquascapes, or shrimp-only setups. Their bold hue and peaceful personality make them a favorite for both beginners and experienced hobbyists.
We ship healthy juvenile shrimp at about 0.5 inches, which acclimate quickly and develop full coloration as they mature in your system.
Key Features:
Species: Neocaridina davidi “Orange Sunkist”
Color: Bright tangerine to deep orange
Size Shipped: ~0.5” juveniles
Adult Size: ~1 inch
Temperament: Peaceful, community-safe
Lifespan: 1 – 2 years
Swimming Level: Bottom and low-mid water
Origin: Tank-raised in stable Neocaridina parameters
Ideal Tank Parameters:
Temperature: 68°F – 78°F (20°C – 25.5°C)
pH: 6.6 – 7.6
GH: 6 – 8
KH: 3 – 6
TDS: 150 – 250 ppm
Filtration: Sponge or gentle filtration
Substrate: Inert (sand, gravel, or active substrate)
Why Choose Orange Sunkist Shrimp?
✔ Eye-Catching Color – Glows in Planted or Dark Substrate Tanks
✔ Hardy and Adaptable – Perfect for Beginners
✔ Peaceful – Safe With Shrimp, Snails, and Nano Fish
✔ Great for Algae Control and Biofilm Grazing
✔ Easily Breeds in Freshwater Conditions
Care Tips:
Orange Sunkist Shrimp thrive in clean, cycled tanks with ample biofilm, mosses, and hiding spaces. Stable water parameters and gentle filtration are essential. Avoid mixing them with other Neocaridina color strains to maintain vibrant color genetics.
Diet:
Shrimp-specific pellets or granules
Algae wafers and biofilm
Blanched vegetables (spinach, zucchini, kale)
Occasional protein-rich treats
Tankmates:
Peaceful nano fish (e.g., Chili Rasboras, Pygmy Corydoras)
Other Neocaridina or Caridina (if parameters match)
Nerite snails, ramshorn snails
Avoid aggressive fish or shrimp-eaters
