Water Parameters for Decorative Aquatic Shrimp

There are two main types of shrimp that are aquarium friendly. Neocaridina shrimp are generally a more robust species that do fine in tap water and cooler temperatures. These shrimp are generally bred in outdoor conditions. Caridina shrimp are a bit more sensitive. They require a lower TDS with much more stable tank conditions. We recommend using reverse osmosis water that is remineralized with shrimp specific additives to successfully keep a breeding colony of Caridina shrimp.

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Neocaridinas Water Parameter:

Ph 6.6-7.6

TDS 150-300 

GH 4-8

KH 0-4

Temperature 72-75F

Tank Set up:

Remineralized RO with SL Aqua GH Conditioner & SL Aqua KH Conditioner

Black Lava Rock

QV-200A Sponge Filter

Filter: Qanvee QV-200

Caridinas Water Parameter:

Ph 6.2-6.6

TDS 120-140

GH 4-5

KH 0-1 (Best if 0)

Temperature 72-73F

Tank Set up:

Remineralized RO with SL Aqua GH Conditioner

SL Aqua Buffering Substrate

QV-200A Sponge Filter

Filter: Qanvee QV-200