White Caridina Shrimp are an attractive freshwater ornamental shrimp, prized for their clean white colouring and delicate appearance. Their bright, elegant look makes them a beautiful addition to carefully maintained planted aquariums and dedicated shrimp tanks.
These peaceful shrimp spend much of their time grazing on biofilm, algae and microorganisms growing on aquarium surfaces, driftwood and plants. They are best suited to mature, stable aquariums with consistent water parameters and plenty of natural grazing areas.
Scientific Family: Atyidae
Type: Freshwater ornamental shrimp
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Biofilm, algae and specialised shrimp foods
Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced
Tank Setup: Mature, planted shrimp aquarium with hiding places and grazing surfaces
Temperature: 20–24°C
pH: 5.5–6.5
Water Quality: Stable, clean and well-filtered
Water Flow: Gentle to moderate
White Caridina Shrimp naturally graze on biofilm and microorganisms throughout the aquarium. Supplement their diet with quality shrimp foods, mineral supplements and occasional blanched vegetables. Feed small amounts and remove uneaten food to maintain excellent water quality.
White Caridina Shrimp are sensitive to sudden changes in water conditions. A fully cycled, mature aquarium with stable parameters is essential. Provide plenty of plants, moss, driftwood and natural surfaces for grazing, and avoid introducing them to newly established tanks.
