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Red Cherry Shrimp · Yellow Shrimp · Blue Dream Shrimp
Self-sustaining cleanup crew in living colour
A breeding colony of bright-red shrimp that grazes algae all day in a planted nano tank. Nearly free to run, endlessly watchable — and they multiply, so one purchase becomes hundreds.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons / DirkBlankenhaus / CC BY-SA 3.0
Care guide last reviewed: · Care requirements referenced from veterinary and humane standards.
5–10 gallon planted tank; colony of 10+ to start.
Virtually silent (1/5)
Highly independent — comfortable alone 8+ hours
Thrives with daily company
Curated starter supplies researched for this companion's specific anatomy and needs
Neocaridina dwarf shrimp require bio-available calcium, minerals, and proteins to build tough carapaces and avoid fatal "white ring of death" molting failures.
Shrimp feed round-the-clock on microbial biofilm; porous cholla cactus logs grow rich microscopic grazing pastures while offering hollow shelter during molting.
Soft tap water lacks the magnesium and carbonate hardness dwarf shrimp need to form new shells; precise mineral dosing ensures successful shedding cycles.
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