Neocaridina heteropodaRed Cherry ShrimpCherry ShrimpCrystal Red ShrimpRCS |
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| Physical |
| Size: | 3.76 cm (1.48 in.) Stocking Density Calculator |
| Color Variations: | Red
Yellow
Blue
Gray
Brown
Transparent
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| Compatability: | Community |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 7 Gallons (26.5) Liters |
| Ease of Keeping: | 1 - 2 |
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| Water Conditions |
| Type: | |
| Temperature: | 76.16° F (24.53° C) |
| pH: | 7.15 |
| General Hardness (GH): | 10.13 |
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| Living |
| Life Span: | 2 years. |
| Food Preference: | Omnivorous.
Algae.
Foods for aquarium fish (sinking wafers) and invertebrates or blanched vegetables make a good diet supplement though, vegetable matter should be a big staple.
Feeding color enhancing foods may shorten their lifespan.
Food containing copper is also very bad. |
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| Swimming Level: | Bottom |
| Schooling: | No |
| Setup: | No copper can be present as it is toxic to these shrimp.
Ammonia and Nitrate levels should be 0 and the tank should be fully cycled.
A planted tank is best. Moss and Riccia are good to keep in the tank for them to graze on.
Use sponge and/or bubble filters if possible.
Weekly 25-30% water changes.
Full spectrum lighting for 10 hours/day.
To see brighter coloration use a darker substrate and background. |
| Distribution: | South Asia.
Taiwan. |
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| Breeding |
| Ease of Breeding: | 1 - 2 |
| Sexing: | Females are generally larger and more colorful than the males.
Males tend to be clear with red spots.
The male's tale is also thinner. |
| Spawning Type: | Egg Layer |
| Request more detailed breeding information. |
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| Sources: | http://www.theshrimpfarm.com
http://www.fishyou.com
http://www.plantedtank.net
http://en.wikipedia.org
http://www.wikihow.com
http://www.plantgeek.net
http://www.liveaquaria.com
http://www.aquariumpassion.com
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