Rosy Cape Supreme Red Neocaridina Shrimp

Rosy Cape Supreme Red Neocaridina Shrimp Rosy Cape Supreme Red Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) is a premium, top-tier grade of the classic Red Cherry Shrimp line, bred for a deep, fully opaque rose-red body that runs solid from head to tail, including the legs and underside — none of the translucent patches or light spotting seen in lower Cherry Shrimp grades. "Supreme" places this line at the top of the red spectrum alongside familiar high grades like Fire Red and Bloody Mary, but with a distinctly rosy, wine-toned depth to the red rather than a pure fire-engine hue, giving it a warm, jewel-like look against a dark substrate. ⚠ Copper Warning: Copper is fatal to all shrimp — even trace amounts. Never use copper-based medications or treatments in any aquarium housing shrimp. Check all fish medications carefully before use. Like every color variety of Neocaridina davidi, Rosy Cape Supreme Red shrimp trace back to a single wild species native to Taiwan — a drab olive-brown shrimp that bears almost no resemblance to its selectively bred descendants. Decades of dedicated line-breeding, primarily by Taiwanese breeders, isolated and intensified the natural red pigment mutations that produce this shrimp's deep, opaque coloration today. Keeping a Rosy Cape Supreme Red shrimp means keeping one branch of one of the most extensively color-bred freshwater invertebrates in the hobby. A note on mixing colors: Neocaridina color varieties interbreed freely if kept together. The first generation of a cross can look attractive, but subsequent generations revert toward the muddy brown-olive wild type — the genetic baseline of the species. Keep each color variety in its own dedicated aquarium to preserve color quality. Neocaridina shrimp are among the hardiest and most beginner-friendly invertebrates in the hobby. They tolerate a wide range of parameters, breed readily in freshwater without any special conditions, and stay constantly active — grazing every surface of the tank for biofilm and algae from morning to night. A healthy colony in a mature, densely planted aquarium is one of the most rewarding and visually dynamic setups in freshwater keeping. Females carrying eggs are called berried — the cluster of eggs beneath the tail is one of the most satisfying sights in shrimp keeping, and typically hatches into free-swimming shrimplets in 3–4 weeks. ⚠ Water Changes: Neocaridina shrimp are sensitive to sudden parameter changes — large or frequent water changes are one of the most common causes of stress and failed molts. Keep water changes to 10% maximum at a time, and only when necessary. Always match temperature precisely before adding new water. When in doubt, do less rather than more — a stable tank with slightly elevated parameters is safer than a tank subjected to frequent changes. ⚠ Acclimation — Go Slowly: Shrimp must be acclimated very slowly to a new aquarium — sudden parameter changes are a leading cause of losses on arrival. The preferred method is drip acclimation: attach an airline tube with a knot or valve to create a slow drip from the tank into the bag or container, running for at least 60–90 minutes until the water volume has at least doubled. If drip acclimation equipment is not available, add one tablespoon of tank water to the bag every 5 minutes for at least 45–60 minutes before releasing the shrimp. Never rush this process. Feeding & Care Tip: GlasGarten Shrimp Dinner 2 is our recommended daily staple — a comprehensive, nutritionally balanced shrimp food that supports color, health, and breeding condition. GlasGarten Bacter AE is equally important — sprinkled lightly on the water surface, it builds the biofilm that Neocaridina graze on constantly and that newborn shrimp depend on as their primary food source. For treats, rotate GlasGarten Shrimp Snacks (Snow Flakes, Dandelion, Mulberry, Leaves Mix) and GlasGarten Shrimp Lollies 4 in 1 2–3 times per week. Both provide enrichment and variety that keeps shrimp active and foraging enthusiastically. GlasGarten Mineral Junkie Bites and GlasGarten Mineral Food are essential supplements — molting requires significant calcium and mineral resources, and shrimp that lack minerals will struggle with failed molts. Add these regularly, especially in softer water. For newborn shrimplets, GlasGarten Shrimp Baby Food provides the fine particle nutrition that juveniles need in their first weeks of life. Rosy Cape Supreme Red shrimp are peaceful and safe with most small, non-predatory fish — Ember Tetras, small rasboras, Corydoras, Otocinclus, and similar tankmates work well. Avoid any fish large enough to eat a shrimp. Be cautious with bettas — some individuals ignore shrimp entirely while others actively hunt them. Shrimp-only or invertebrate-focused aquariums give the best breeding results and the most visible shrimp behavior. Dense planting provides cover that makes shrimp feel secure and dramatically increases the amount of time they spend out in the open, on display. Molting is the most vulnerable period in a shrimp's life — for 12–24 hours after molting, the new shell is soft and the shrimp is essentially defenseless. Do not remove molted shells from the aquarium; shrimp will consume them to reclaim the minerals they contain. A shrimp that fails to fully exit its old shell — called a failed molt — is usually a sign of insufficient minerals or unstable parameters. Consistent water parameters and regular mineral supplementation are the most effective prevention. Rosy Cape Supreme Red Neocaridina Shrimp Difficulty Beginner — Easy Temperament Peaceful — safe with small non-predatory fish Adult Size 1.0–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) — females larger Group Size 10 minimum — colonies of 20–30+ thrive and breed readily Recommended Stocking 5–10 per gallon in shrimp-only setups; 2–3 per gallon in community tanks Ideal Temperature 70–76°F (21–24°C) Ideal pH 7.0–7.5 Ideal GH 8–12 dGH Ideal KH 2–6 dKH Ideal TDS 150–250 Staple Food GlasGarten Shrimp Dinner 2; GlasGarten Bacter AE Treat / Supplement GlasGarten Shrimp Snacks; GlasGarten Shrimp Lollies 4 in 1; GlasGarten Mineral Junkie Bites; GlasGarten Mineral Food; GlasGarten Shrimp Baby Food (for juveniles) Origin Taiwan (captive-bred, top-grade red color selection of wild Taiwanese Neocaridina davidi) Notes Copper: Fatal — never use copper medications in shrimp tanks Color Mixing: Do not mix Neocaridina color varieties — offspring revert to wild-type brown Molting: Do not remove molted shells — shrimp consume them for minerals Failed Molts: Sign of mineral deficiency or unstable parameters Breeding: Berried females carry eggs 3–4 weeks; shrimplets need Bacter AE biofilm and Shrimp Baby Food Tankmates: Avoid fish large enough to eat shrimp; bettas vary by individual