Freshwater Shrimp Water Parameters

Parameter	Neocaridina (e.g., Cherry Shrimp)	Caridina (e.g., Crystal Red Shrimp)
Temperature	72-79°F (22-26°C)	68-75°F (20-24°C)
pH	6.5-7.5	6.0-7.0
GH (General Hardness)	6-12 dGH	4-6 dGH
KH (Carbonate Hardness)	3-8 dKH	0-4 dKH
TDS (Total Dissolved Solids)	150-300 ppm	100-200 ppm
Ammonia	0	0
Nitrite	0	0
Nitrate	<20 ppm	<10 ppm
Calcium	-	20-50 ppm (in some Caridina species)
Magnesium	-	8-15 ppm (in some Caridina species)
Copper	<0.02 ppm (highly sensitive)	Not well-tolerated
Chlorine/Chloramine	None	None
Temperature Fluctuations	Gradual changes, avoid sudden swings	Gradual changes, avoid sudden swings

 

Remember, these are friendly guidelines to keep your shrimp buddies happy and healthy. If in doubt, always check the specific preferences of your shrimp friends and make sure to keep their environment cozy and stable. 🦐💧