Wild-Type Neocaridina Shrimp Canada | Hardy Shrimp

Looking to buy live aquarium livestock in Canada? Blackwater Aquatics offers locally bred fish, shrimp, and live food cultures with high survival rates and healthy stock.

These wild-type Neocaridina shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) are descended from high-grade lines but express their natural genetics — showcasing earthy tones like brown, olive, translucent green, and rusty red.

Perfect for breeders, natural aquascapers, or shrimp keepers who want a low-maintenance colony with strong genetics and natural camouflage. These shrimp are hardy, active, and great algae grazers that thrive in low-tech setups.

Why Choose Wild Types?

• Ideal for cycling tanks, test colonies, or breeding base stock for a live food colony

• High adaptability and resilience

• Blend beautifully in planted, leaf-litter, or blackwater tanks

• Cost-effective option for biofilm cleanup

Water Parameters (What We Raise Them In):

• pH: 6.8–7.4

• GH: 6–10

• KH: 2–6

• Temp: 20–24°C (68–75°F)

Coloration: Mixed brown, olive, translucent green/red

Size: Juvenile to sub-adult

Sexing: Mixed (not guaranteed)

Acclimation Tip:

Drip acclimate slowly over 1–2 hours. These shrimp are tough — but still sensitive to copper and chlorine.

Ships with our Live Arrival Guarantee, insulated and plant-safe. Great starter colony or biofilm crew.