Welcome to Shrimp Gardens, your premier destination for vibrant, home-bred Neocaridina shrimp! As passionate aquarists ourselves, we specialize in raising healthy, colorful freshwater shrimp right here in our dedicated home breeding setup. Our Neocaridina shrimps are perfect for adding a splash of life to your aquarium.
Each shrimp is carefully bred for robustness and vivid coloration, ensuring they thrive in your tank with minimal fuss. We prioritize ethical breeding practices, providing shrimp that are disease-free, well-acclimated, and ready to enhance your aquatic ecosystem.
Shop with confidence knowing you're supporting a small, family-run operation committed to quality and sustainability. Dive into the world of ornamental shrimp today—your underwater paradise awaits!
Amano shrimp (Caridina multidentata) are the most effective algae eater in the hobby — larger than Neocaridina at 4–5cm, and relentless on hair algae and leftover food. Named after Takashi Amano, who popularised them in planted aquascaping.
They are far more tolerant than other Caridina: pH 6.5–7.5, GH 6–10, and comfortable anywhere from 18–27°C. They will not breed in a freshwater tank, as the larvae require brackish water to develop — so populations stay exactly where you set them.
Worth noting they are bold feeders and will out-compete smaller shrimp at feeding time. Buy UK-bred or UK-acclimated stock rather than freshly imported, which often arrives in poor condition.