Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Aura Black Shrimp's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
pH
6 - 6.8
Temperature
20° - 23 °C
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What to know before you buy.
The dark counterpart to the Aura Blue, this Tiger shrimp variant has a deep black body and captivating orange eyes. They are an advanced-level shrimp, requiring very stable soft water parameters. Their striking contrast makes them highly prized by dedicated shrimp keepers.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Aura Black Shrimp healthy in a South African setup.
Size the aquarium to Aura Black Shrimp's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6–6.8 and 20–23°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Aura Black Shrimp is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Aura Black Shrimp is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Aura Black Shrimp vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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