Care
Keep them happy
Stable, cycled water matters more than perfect numbers.
The short version
Give them a cycled tank with a sponge filter, a clump of moss or a few plants to graze, and a pinch of food a few times a week. They eat algae and biofilm all day on their own.
Copper is toxic to shrimp, so skip copper-based medications. Keep water changes small and steady, and drip-acclimate new arrivals for about an hour before they go in.
Tankmates: anything that can't fit a shrimp in its mouth. Snails and other shrimp are safe bets; bettas and most cichlids will eat them.
All our shrimp are unsexed — sex is random and can't be guaranteed. If you're hoping to breed, a bigger pack is the honest way to get both sexes.
Asked a lot
Are the shrimp sexed?
No — all shrimp are unsexed. Sex is random and cannot be guaranteed.
When do orders ship?
Monday through Wednesday only, so your shrimp never sit in a carrier depot over a weekend. Shipping is a $20 flat rate, guaranteed 2-day.
What if my shrimp arrive dead?
Send photo or video evidence of the unopened bag within 2 hours of the first delivery attempt and we'll refund you or reship. You pay shipping on a reshipment, so the refund is usually the better deal.
Can I pick up locally?
Yes — local pickup is free. We arrange the time and place by email after your order.
What water do neocaridina need?
68–78 °F, pH 6.8–7.5, GH 6–8, KH 2–5, TDS 150–250. Every product page lists the parameters.