The Black Choco Shrimp is a dark, chocolate to near-black colour morph of Neocaridina davidi, valued for its deep earthy tones and subtle sheen under aquarium lighting. Its darker colouration makes it especially striking against green plants and lighter substrates, where it appears almost velvety in appearance. Active and peaceful, it constantly grazes on algae, biofilm, and leftover food, contributing to a clean and balanced aquarium. Like all Neocaridina shrimp, it is hardy, adaptable, and beginner-friendly, thriving in stable freshwater setups and breeding readily under good conditions. Adults typically grow to about 1–1.25 inches (2.5–3 cm).
| Fish Info | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neocaridina davidi |
| Experience Level | Beginner Friendly |
| Tank Size Need | Nano (Under 10 Gal) |
| Adult Size | 2.5cm |
| pH Range | 6.5 - 7.8 |
| Swimming Zone | Bottom Dweller |
| Temperament | Peaceful Community |
| Water Hardness | 2 - 12 dGH |
| Type of Diet | Omnivorous |
| Group Behavior | Schooling |
| Temperature Range | Standard Tropical (72°F - 78°F) |
Black Choco Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
The Black Choco Shrimp is a dark, chocolate to near-black colour morph of Neocaridina davidi, valued for its deep earthy tones and subtle sheen under aquarium lighting. Its darker colouration makes it especially striking against green plants and lighter substrates, where it appears almost velvety in appearance. Active and peaceful, it constantly grazes on algae, biofilm, and leftover food, contributing to a clean and balanced aquarium. Like all Neocaridina shrimp, it is hardy, adaptable, and beginner-friendly, thriving in stable freshwater setups and breeding readily under good conditions. Adults typically grow to about 1–1.25 inches (2.5–3 cm).
| Fish Info | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neocaridina davidi |
| Experience Level | Beginner Friendly |
| Tank Size Need | Nano (Under 10 Gal) |
| Adult Size | 2.5cm |
| pH Range | 6.5 - 7.8 |
| Swimming Zone | Bottom Dweller |
| Temperament | Peaceful Community |
| Water Hardness | 2 - 12 dGH |
| Type of Diet | Omnivorous |
| Group Behavior | Schooling |
| Temperature Range | Standard Tropical (72°F - 78°F) |
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