Black Rose Shrimp

Black Rose Shrimp are a striking and unique addition to any freshwater aquarium, known for their deep black colouration with a slight reddish tint. Our black rose shrimp for sale are not only visually appealing but also help to maintain a clean tank by feeding on algae, detritus and organic waste.

Location

Black Rose Shrimp are a selectively bred colour form of Neocaridina davidi, whose wild ancestors come from streams in Taiwan and southern China. They thrive in clean, stable water conditions. In aquariums, they prefer water conditions that mimic their natural habitat, with clear water and surfaces for grazing.

Diet

Black Rose Shrimp are detritivores, feeding on algae, biofilm, and decaying organic matter. They will also scavenge leftover food in the tank. To keep them healthy and vibrant, supplement their diet with high quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables such as spinach or courgette.

Care

These shrimp require stable water conditions with a temperature range of 22°C to 28°C and a pH of 6.5 to 7.5. Regular water changes are crucial to their well-being. Avoid using medications containing copper, as copper is toxic to shrimp.

Habitat

To create an ideal habitat for your Black Rose Shrimp, use a soft substrate like sand or fine gravel. Adding live plants, driftwood, and rocks provides surfaces for grazing and hiding spots. These shrimp prefer low water current, so ensure your filtration system is gentle.

Breeding

Breeding Black Rose Shrimp in an aquarium is relatively simple. Females carry their eggs beneath their abdomen until they hatch into tiny shrimp. These newborn shrimp are independent and immediately start foraging on biofilm and detritus.

Buy more and save, with multi-buy discounts from 10 shrimp. Black rose shrimp live happily alongside amano shrimp and thrive on our shrimp food. Prefer black and white? See our crystal black bee shrimp.

Shipping Information

We take care to ensure your order arrives in excellent condition and ready to settle into your aquarium. All orders are shipped with tracking, and the cut-off time for same-day dispatch is 4 pm.

Orders containing dry goods, shrimp, snails or plants are dispatched Monday to Friday via Royal Mail for fast, reliable delivery. Livestock, in particular live fish and invertebrates, are dispatched Monday to Wednesday only, using an approved overnight courier, to avoid weekend delays and ensure safe and timely delivery.

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You will receive a tracking number by email when we begin processing your order for shipping. The selected courier will provide updates on delivery only through their tracking page.

During colder weather, heat packs are added when needed. Livestock orders are carefully packed in insulated boxes to help maintain a stable temperature throughout transit.

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