Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Snowball Shrimp's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Uncommon
Neocaridina zhangjiajiensis var. 'White'
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What to know before you buy.
Named for their bright white eggs that resemble tiny snowballs, these shrimp have a clear to milky-white body. They are a different species from N. davidi but share the same easy care requirements. Snowball shrimp offer a clean, crisp look and are a great choice for a peaceful nano tank.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Snowball Shrimp healthy in a South African setup.
Size the aquarium to Snowball Shrimp's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 18–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Snowball Shrimp is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Snowball 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 Snowball Shrimp vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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