The Blood Orange Shrimp (sometimes labeled as Bloody Orange) is a striking, newer variety that occupies a unique position on the warm Neocaridina color spectrum. Developed through meticulous selective breeding from Sunkist lines, this strain sits perfectly between a bright neon orange and a deep Bloody Mary red. They possess an incredibly saturated, warm red-orange tissue coloration that remains solid and vibrant rather than appearing diluted, making them an excellent high-contrast choice for dark substrates and dense green aquascapes.
| Attribute |
Detail |
| Scientific Name |
Neocaridina davidi var. "Blood Orange" |
| Minimum Tank Size |
10 Litres |
| Adult Size |
2.5cm – 3cm |
| Temperature |
18°C – 26°C |
| pH Range |
6.8 – 7.8 |
| Water Hardness |
gH 6 – 12 | kH 2 – 6 |
