Common Orange Shrimp

Common Orange Shrimp for Sale (Neocaridina davidi) – Affordable Freshwater Cleanup Crew

Buy Common Orange Shrimp for your aquarium and enjoy a hardy, affordable freshwater shrimp that helps control algae and keep your tank clean.

Common Orange Shrimp are a budget-friendly Neocaridina variety featuring lighter orange tones and natural color variation. These shrimp are perfect for hobbyists looking to build a colony, add movement to their tank, or introduce a reliable cleanup crew without the premium price tag.

🔥 Why You’ll Love Common Orange Shrimp

• Affordable option for starting shrimp colonies
• Great algae and biofilm grazers
• Hardy and beginner-friendly
• Active and constantly cleaning your tank
• Perfect for planted and nano aquariums

📋 Care Information

• Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi
• Common Name: Orange Shrimp, Cull Orange Shrimp
• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Adult Size: ~1–1.5 inches
• Tank Size: 5+ gallons
• Diet: Algae, biofilm, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables

💧 Water Parameters

• Temperature: 68–78°F (20–26°C)
• pH: 6.5–8.0
• Hardness: Moderate (stable GH/KH preferred)

🌿 Perfect For

• Budget-friendly shrimp colonies
• Planted aquariums
• Nano tanks
• Cleanup crew additions

🐟 Tank Mates

Common Orange Shrimp do best with peaceful fish such as tetras, rasboras, otocinclus, and corydoras. Provide moss or plants to protect baby shrimp.

🧬 What Are “Common” or Cull Shrimp?

These shrimp are selectively bred Neocaridina that do not meet high-grade color standards. They may display lighter orange tones, clear patches, or mixed coloration—but they are just as hardy and useful as premium shrimp.

🔗 Explore More

Looking for brighter color? Check out our Orange Sakura Shrimp or browse our Freshwater Shrimp Collection.

🔍 Frequently Asked Questions

Are Common Orange Shrimp good for beginners?
Yes! They are hardy, easy to care for, and perfect for new shrimp keepers.

Will they breed in my tank?
Yes, they reproduce readily in stable freshwater conditions.

Do they clean the tank?
Yes, they eat algae, biofilm, and leftover food, helping maintain water quality.

Are they as hardy as premium shrimp?
Absolutely—they are often even more resilient due to less selective breeding.