Tangerine Tiger Shrimp

They are Caridina tiger shrimp, not orange Neocaridina varieties such as Orange Sakura shrimp. Adults are usually around 3 cm long and show dark tiger bands over a translucent orange body.

Aquarium-bred lines are often kept around 20 to 25 degrees Celsius in stable, mature freshwater tanks. Exact pH, hardness, and dissolved-solid targets should match the breeder's water because different lines have adapted to different conditions.

Tangerine Tigers are Caridina, while cherry shrimp are Neocaridina davidi, so they do not normally interbreed. They can share a peaceful aquarium if the water parameters suit both species.

They spend much of the day grazing on biofilm, algae, and fine organic material. In an aquarium, this natural food can be supplemented with shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-rich foods.