Green Jade Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)

The Green Jade Shrimp is a unique and highly sought-after freshwater dwarf shrimp known for its rich green coloration. This rare Neocaridina variety stands out beautifully against plants, driftwood, and natural aquascapes, making it a favorite among shrimp keepers and aquascaping enthusiasts. Hardy, peaceful, and easy to breed, Green Jade Shrimp are a fantastic addition to planted aquariums and dedicated shrimp colonies.

What We Like About This Shrimp

• Rare and attractive green coloration
• Excellent algae and biofilm grazer
• Peaceful and community-friendly
• Easy to care for and breed
• Ideal for planted and nano aquariums
• Adds a unique look to shrimp collections

Recommended Tank Parameters

• Tank Size: Minimum 2 gallons (8 liters), 10 gallons (38 liters) recommended for colonies
• Temperature: 18–28°C (64–82°F)
• pH Level: 6.5–7.8
• GH: 6–15 dGH
• KH: 2–10 dKH
• TDS: 180–350 ppm

Stable water parameters are important for maintaining healthy shrimp and vibrant coloration.

Care Guidelines

• Diet: Omnivorous scavenger; feeds on algae, biofilm, shrimp foods, vegetables, and decaying plant matter
• Social Behavior: Extremely peaceful; thrives in groups and colonies
• Origin: Selectively bred color morph of Neocaridina davidi
• Average Adult Size: 2.5–3 cm (1–1.2 inches)
• Average Purchase Size: 1–2 cm (0.4–0.8 inches)
• Plant Safe: Yes

Aquarium Setup

Green Jade Shrimp thrive in mature planted aquariums with abundant biofilm, mosses, and natural hiding places.

Recommended Plants

• Java Moss
• Christmas Moss
• Subwassertang
• Bucephalandra
• Anubias
• Java Fern

Recommended Decor

• Driftwood
• Cholla Wood
• Shrimp Caves
• Leaf Litter
• Natural Botanicals

Dense vegetation and mosses provide ideal shelter for shrimplets and help establish thriving colonies.

Diet and Feeding

Green Jade Shrimp spend most of their day grazing on algae, biofilm, and organic matter throughout the aquarium.

Suitable Foods

• Shrimp pellets
• Algae wafers
• Blanched spinach
• Zucchini
• Indian Almond Leaves
• Shrimp-specific foods
• Natural biofilm

Feed sparingly to maintain excellent water quality.

Tank Mates and Compatibility

Green Jade Shrimp can be kept with peaceful nano fish and non-aggressive invertebrates.

Suitable tank mates include:

• Otocinclus Catfish
• Chili Rasboras
• Ember Tetras
• Nerite Snails
• Mystery Snails

Avoid aggressive fish and species that may prey on shrimp or shrimplets.

Why Keep Green Jade Shrimp?

The Green Jade Shrimp is one of the most unique Neocaridina varieties available, offering an unusual green coloration rarely seen in freshwater shrimp. Its peaceful nature, algae-grazing abilities, and ease of breeding make it an excellent choice for planted aquariums and shrimp colonies. Whether you’re a dedicated shrimp breeder or an aquascaping enthusiast, Green Jade Shrimp add beauty, rarity, and functionality to any freshwater setup.