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24K Yellow Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi var. “Yellow”, commonly known as yellow shrimp or 24K yellow, is one of the most popular dwarf shrimp varieties in the aquarium hobby. As the name suggests, this shrimp is selectively bred for its super bright, eye-catching yellow color. They are less fussy about water values and breeds easily, which makes it a great option for anyone just starting out.
| Topic | Key Points (target = “set it and forget it” stability) |
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| Ideal Tank Size | 20 L (≈ 5 gal) minimum for a stable colony; 40–60 L gives a larger buffering volume. |
| Filtration & Flow | Sponge or matten filter (gentle flow, bio‑film friendly). Add fine pre‑filter on intakes. |
| Temperature | 20 – 24 °C (68 – 75 °F). Brief 18–28 °C tolerated, but color and breeding peak in low‑20s °C. |
| pH | 6.6 – 7.4 (neutral is perfect). Avoid acids below 6.2 or hard‑alkaline >7.6. |
| GH / KH | GH 5‑8 dGH (≈ 90‑140 ppm CaCO₃) • KH 2‑4 dKH (≈ 35‑70 ppm). Too soft → failed molts; too hard → patchy coloration. |
| TDS | 160 – 220 ppm. Use remineralized RO/DI water for consistency. |
| Substrate | Inert sand/gravel or buffered shrimp soil; plenty of mosses, leaf litter, cholla wood for biofilm. |
| Diet | 70 % biofilm/algae + 30 % supplemental: quality shrimp pellets, blanched veg (spinach, zucchini), botanicals. Feed lightly—remove leftovers after 2‑3 h. |
| Tank‑Mates | Best: snails (ramshorn, nerite), otocinclus, tiny rasboras. Avoid anything big enough to fit a shrimp in its mouth—yes, even “peaceful” tetras. |
| Water Changes | 10 ‑ 15 % weekly with temperature‑matched, remineralized water. Slow drip to avoid TDS shock. |
| Hiding/Climbing | Dense clumps of Java moss, Subwassertang, or mesh mats; shrimp tubes; botanicals. |
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| Amount | Individual Shrimp, 5 Pack, 12 Pack |
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