description White Pearl Shrimp Overview
The White Pearl Shrimp is a selectively bred variant of the Neocaridina davidi species, popular among freshwater aquarium hobbyists. It is characterized by its translucent to milky-white coloration, making it one of the foundational white-colored morphs developed within the Neocaridina genus. Like other shrimp in its species, it is highly adaptable, easy to care for, and frequently used in planted tanks to control algae.
help White Pearl Shrimp FAQ
What species does the White Pearl Shrimp belong to?
The White Pearl Shrimp is a selectively bred variant of the species Neocaridina davidi. It is highly popular in the freshwater aquarium hobby due to its striking, translucent milky-white coloration.
How do you care for a White Pearl Shrimp in an aquarium?
They thrive in freshwater tanks with a stable pH between 6.5 and 7.5 and temperatures ranging from 65°F to 75°F. They are excellent scavengers that help clean the tank by eating algae and leftover biofilm.
Are White Pearl Shrimp easy to breed?
Yes, like other Neocaridina davidi morphs, White Pearl Shrimp are notoriously easy to breed in captivity. As long as water parameters are stable, female shrimp will frequently carry and hatch eggs without needing specialized larval care.
What is the origin of the White Pearl Shrimp morph?
It was developed in Germany as a foundational white-colored Neocaridina morph. It was selectively bred from wild-type specimens to achieve a stable, homozygous white coloration.
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