Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Striped Shrimp Morph's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Where to buy
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Avg. price
R45
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
A less common pattern variation, these Neocaridina shrimp exhibit distinct horizontal or vertical stripes over their base color. This trait is not consistently bred and can be rare to find. Their care requirements remain the same as other standard Neocaridina species.
Key traits
breeds in captivity
easy
nano
omnivore
scavenger
Compatibility
Select a tank to see how this species fits.
Care guide
Everything you need to keep Striped Shrimp Morph healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 18–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Striped Shrimp Morph is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Striped Shrimp Morph is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Striped Shrimp Morph vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping shrimp?
Shrimp forgive less than fish do — stable hardness and clean water are the whole game.
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Often kept with
Real pairwise verdicts for Striped Shrimp Morph, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
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