The Snowball Shrimp is a unique and elegant variety known for its soft milky-white to translucent body and distinctive white eggs that resemble tiny snowballs. Unlike more vividly colored shrimp, Snowballs offer a clean, minimalist aesthetic that contrasts beautifully against plants and dark substrates. Hardy, peaceful, and easy to breed, they are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced shrimp keepers.
Approximate Shipping Size: 0.5–0.75 inches
Appearance
Snowball Shrimp display a pale, semi-translucent white coloration that can range from clear with a frosty sheen to more solid milky tones. Their most notable feature is the bright white eggs carried by females, which give this variety its “snowball” name. This subtle yet striking look makes them a standout addition to natural-style and planted aquariums.
Temperament & Behavior
These shrimp are completely peaceful and constantly active, spending their time grazing on surfaces throughout the aquarium. They thrive in colonies and become more confident and visible when kept in groups. Snowball Shrimp contribute to tank health by consuming algae, biofilm, and organic debris.
Care Requirements
Snowball Shrimp are hardy and adaptable, thriving in stable freshwater aquariums with plenty of biofilm and plant cover. A well-established tank with moss and grazing surfaces is ideal for long-term success.
Tank Size: 5 gallons minimum
Temperature: 68–78°F
pH: 6.5–7.8
Hardness: Moderate
Aquascape: Moss, plants, driftwood, biofilm-rich surfaces
Tank Mates
Best kept in shrimp-only tanks or with small, peaceful species such as nano fish, rasboras, Corydoras, and Otocinclus. Avoid large or aggressive fish that may prey on shrimp, especially juveniles.
Diet & Feeding
Snowball Shrimp are natural grazers that feed on algae and biofilm. Supplement their diet with high-quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-rich foods to support healthy molting and reproduction.
Quick Facts
Common Name: Snowball Shrimp
The Snowball Shrimp is a unique and elegant variety known for its soft milky-white to translucent body and distinctive white eggs that resemble tiny snowballs. Unlike more vividly colored shrimp, Snowballs offer a clean, minimalist aesthetic that contrasts beautifully against plants and dark substrates. Hardy, peaceful, and easy to breed, they are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced shrimp keepers.
Approximate Shipping Size: 0.5–0.75 inches
Appearance
Snowball Shrimp display a pale, semi-translucent white coloration that can range from clear with a frosty sheen to more solid milky tones. Their most notable feature is the bright white eggs carried by females, which give this variety its “snowball” name. This subtle yet striking look makes them a standout addition to natural-style and planted aquariums.
Temperament & Behavior
These shrimp are completely peaceful and constantly active, spending their time grazing on surfaces throughout the aquarium. They thrive in colonies and become more confident and visible when kept in groups. Snowball Shrimp contribute to tank health by consuming algae, biofilm, and organic debris.
Care Requirements
Snowball Shrimp are hardy and adaptable, thriving in stable freshwater aquariums with plenty of biofilm and plant cover. A well-established tank with moss and grazing surfaces is ideal for long-term success.
Tank Size: 5 gallons minimum
Temperature: 68–78°F
pH: 6.5–7.8
Hardness: Moderate
Aquascape: Moss, plants, driftwood, biofilm-rich surfaces
Tank Mates
Best kept in shrimp-only tanks or with small, peaceful species such as nano fish, rasboras, Corydoras, and Otocinclus. Avoid large or aggressive fish that may prey on shrimp, especially juveniles.
Diet & Feeding
Snowball Shrimp are natural grazers that feed on algae and biofilm. Supplement their diet with high-quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-rich foods to support healthy molting and reproduction.
Quick Facts
Common Name: Snowball Shrimp
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