Yellow Fire Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) Locally Bred-Shrimp Index

Yellow Fire Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. "Yellow") is a vibrant and hardy freshwater shrimp, ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists. 

• Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons, though 10+ gallons is better for stability and breeding.
• Substrate: No special substrate needed; inert gravel or sand works fine.
• Filtration: Use a sponge filter or pre-filter sponge to protect baby shrimp from being sucked in 
• Plants & Decor: Provide hiding spots with mosses (e.g., Java Moss), driftwood, rocks, and leaf litter 
• Lighting: No special requirements, but moderate lighting helps algae and biofilm growth.

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 65–78°F (18–26°C) 
• pH: 6.2–8.0 (ideal: 6.5–7.5) 
• GH (General Hardness): 4–8 dGH
• KH (Carbonate Hardness): 3–15 dKH
• TDS (Total Dissolved Solids): 150–250 ppm
• Ammonia/Nitrite: Always 0; Nitrate should be kept low

Yellow Fire Shrimp are omnivorous scavengers:

• Staples: Algae wafers, shrimp pellets, sinking fish food 
• Vegetables: Blanched spinach, zucchini, or cucumber
• Protein: Occasional treats like baby brine shrimp or daphnia 
• Natural Foraging: Biofilm, algae, and detritus in a mature tank 

Breeding

• Ease: Very easy under stable conditions
• Reproduction: Females carry bright yellow eggs under their abdomen for ~30 days 
• Young: Born as miniature adults (no larval stage)
• Tip: Cover filter intakes with sponge to protect fry

Tankmates

• Best Companions: Peaceful nano fish like rasboras, small tetras, endlers, and snails [
• Avoid: Large or aggressive fish (e.g., cichlids, bettas) that may eat shrimp
• Colony Size: Best kept in groups for social behavior