Yellow Shrimp

Description

Yellow Shrimp

These popular, hardy shrimp are great for people wanting to start out keeping and breeding shrimp. They are bright so look great in a planted tropical aquarium with hiding places.

Features

• Approx. size: 1-4cm
• Maximum size: 4cm
• Origin: Taiwan
• Ideal number kept together: 4+

  Water conditions
  pH: 6.5 8.0.
  Temperature: 17 26 C

  Ease of care
  Easy, They thrive in a planted aquarium with hiding places. Do not use any treatment that contains Copper. Please always read the label.
  
  Diet
  Mainly algae & vegetation. Shrimp pellets are good for them however they shouldn’t have too much protein as it causes health issues. They can also have a colour enhancer food.

  Compatibility
  Species only is best for breeding however can go with small fish such as Tetras or Rasbora.

  Breeding/ Sex
  Easy, no extra work is necessary other than good water conditions. Females are brighter and slightly larger than the males.

  Life Span
  They can live to anything from 1 – 2 years in perfect conditions.

  Please be aware that the image is for illustration purposes only. We are unable to guarantee the size, colour, sex or age of the fishes you are purchasing. If you have any questions regarding livestock please contact us. To minimise stress we are unable to hand pick specific fish. Lifespan is an estimate based on optimum conditions.

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