Green Jade Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) - 5+1 Per Order

Add a unique splash of color to your freshwater aquarium with Green Jade Shrimp. Featuring beautiful shades of emerald and jade green, these eye-catching Neocaridina shrimp are a standout choice for planted aquariums and shrimp colonies. Their uncommon coloration makes them a favorite among hobbyists looking to add something truly different to their aquarium.

Green Jade Shrimp are peaceful, hardy, and easy to care for, making them an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced shrimp keepers. They spend their days grazing on biofilm, algae, and leftover food, helping to keep your aquarium clean while providing constant activity and natural beauty.

At BKs Paws, our shrimp are carefully bred and raised in healthy, established aquariums. Every shrimp is inspected before shipping to ensure you receive active, healthy livestock.

Why You'll Love Them

• Unique emerald to jade green coloration
• Hardy and beginner-friendly
• Excellent algae and biofilm grazers
• Peaceful and ideal for planted aquariums
• Great for shrimp-only tanks or peaceful community aquariums
• Active, entertaining, and easy to breed
• Naturally reproduce in freshwater aquariums

Care Requirements

• Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi
• Care Level: Easy
• Adult Size: Up to 1.25 inches (3 cm)
• Temperature: 68–78°F (20–26°C)
• pH: 6.8–7.8
• GH: 6–12
• KH: 2–8
• Diet: Biofilm, algae, premium shrimp food, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-rich treats

Tank Recommendations

Green Jade Shrimp thrive in mature, stable aquariums with plenty of live plants, mosses, driftwood, and hiding places. Their green coloration blends beautifully with planted aquariums while still standing out against darker substrates. They are ideal for shrimp-only tanks or peaceful community aquariums with small, non-aggressive fish.

Breeding

Green Jade Shrimp breed readily in freshwater aquariums and do not require brackish water. With stable water parameters, quality nutrition, and plenty of cover for shrimplets, they will naturally establish a thriving colony over time.

Shipping Information

Every shrimp is carefully packed using insulated packaging when needed to help ensure a safe arrival. We recommend bringing your package indoors promptly and acclimating your shrimp slowly before introducing them to your aquarium.

Healthy Arrival Guarantee: We stand behind the quality of our livestock. If your shrimp arrive with any issues, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photos, and we'll work with you to make it right.

Please Note: Coloration may vary depending on age, genetics, diet, stress during shipping, and aquarium conditions. Juvenile shrimp often develop deeper green coloration as they mature.