Black Rose Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var.)

Meet the Black Rose Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi variant) — the mysterious, elegant beauty of the shrimp world. With deep, velvety black coloration and subtle hints of purple undertones, these little gems are the goth royalty of your aquarium. Calm, peaceful, and hardworking, they quietly graze on algae while looking effortlessly stylish. ✨

Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: Minimum 20 L (larger tanks = happier, stress-free shrimp)

• Temperature: 20 – 26 °C

• pH: 6.5 – 7.8

• Water Hardness: 4 – 12 dGH

• Filtration: Gentle sponge or low-flow filter to protect adults and babies

• Substrate & Décor: Dark substrate enhances their black sheen; live plants, mosses, and driftwood provide grazing areas and hiding spots

Diet

Black Rose Shrimp are omnivores and thrive on:

• Algae and biofilm (their daily grazing delight)

• Shrimp-specific pellets or wafers

• Blanched vegetables like zucchini, spinach, or cucumber

• Occasional protein treats like crushed flakes or tiny daphnia

Pro tip: Feed small portions once daily — these elegant grazers nibble all day long!

Social Behavior

Black Rose Shrimp are peaceful and social, doing best in groups of 10 or more. Suitable tank mates include:
✅ Small rasboras
✅ Pygmy corydoras
✅ Otocinclus
✅ Snails

Avoid aggressive or large fish that may prey on shrimplets.

Breeding

These shrimp breed readily under stable conditions. Females carry eggs for 3–4 weeks, after which fully formed miniature Black Roses are released. Dense plants and mosses provide safe spaces for babies to hide and graze.

⭐ Fun Fact

The Black Rose’s deep, velvety coloration comes from selective breeding, giving each shrimp a unique shade from jet-black to deep purple. They’re basically tiny, swimming elegance machines — a little mystery in every tank!

Reference: Bubbly Fish – creating underwater wonders.