Red Rilli Shrimp
These shrimps are excellent algae eaters and will browse on many different algae types. Highly recommended for planted aquaria, they will not damage the plants, but instead, large groups of this species will keep the leaves free from algae. Floating plants seem to be particularly favoured, and these shrimps can often be seen ‘hanging around’ in the plant cover near the water’s surface.
| Synonyms | Neocaridina heteropoda |
| Distribution | The wild form of this species occurs in China, Taiwan and Vietnam. |
| Maximum Size | 3cm (1.2") |
| Temperature | 18-25°C |
| Water Parameters | Will acclimatise to a wide range of conditions. pH: 6.0-8.0, KH: 6-25 degrees. |
| Compatibility | Community |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Females are fuller bodied compared to the males. Mature females can often be seen carrying eggs. |
| Feeding | Flake, granules, pellets, algae wafers and frozen foods |
R50.00