{"product_id":"snow-white-caridina-shrimp-product-tags","title":"Snow White","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnow White Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e are a beautiful selectively bred \u003cstrong\u003eCaridina shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e known for their clean, milky-white appearance. Unlike Crystal Red and Crystal Black Shrimp, which display contrasting coloured bands, Snow Whites develop an elegant solid white to creamy-white body.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are peaceful, active grazers and can breed readily when kept in suitable, stable conditions. Their care and breeding requirements are similar to \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Red Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them a great choice for Caridina keepers looking to add a striking white variety to their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult Snow White Shrimp typically reach around \u003cstrong\u003e2.5–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with an expected lifespan of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 years\u003c\/strong\u003e under good aquarium conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnow White Shrimp are omnivorous grazers. In a mature aquarium, they naturally feed throughout the day on \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm, algae, microorganisms and organic matter\u003c\/strong\u003e growing on plants, moss, wood and other surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eAUShrimpHome\u003c\/strong\u003e, we prefer feeding a varied diet rather than the same food every day. We rotate different shrimp foods to provide a broader range of plant matter, protein, vitamins and minerals while supporting healthy growth, moulting and breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid overfeeding. Feed only a small amount appropriate for your colony, as excessive leftover food can reduce water quality and encourage unwanted pests such as planaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Setup \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaridina shrimp generally prefer \u003cstrong\u003esoft, slightly acidic and stable water\u003c\/strong\u003e. A mature, fully cycled aquarium is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using an \u003cstrong\u003eactive\/buffering shrimp substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e, which helps maintain the lower pH preferred by Crystal-type Caridina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA larger aquarium is generally easier to keep stable than a very small setup. Sponge filtration, moss, plants, wood and shrimp caves are also excellent additions, providing biofilm and hiding places for shrimplets, berried females and freshly moulted shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost importantly, \u003cstrong\u003eavoid sudden changes in water parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e. From our breeding experience, maintaining suitable and stable conditions is more important than constantly adjusting the aquarium to chase an exact number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eRecommended\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCaridina\u003c\/em\u003e sp. \/ Crystal-type Caridina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 2.5–3 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21–24°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.8–6.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–6 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–4 dKH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTDS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100–150 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNitrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreferably below 20 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivorous \/ biofilm grazer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1–2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treat these values as a general guide rather than numbers that must be constantly adjusted. Stability is particularly important with Caridina shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Colour of Shrimp You Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photos show \u003cstrong\u003eadult shrimp from our breeding colony with mature colour development\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShrimp supplied are generally \u003cstrong\u003ejuveniles or sub-adults, approximately 0.8–1.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, unless otherwise stated. Juveniles may not yet display the same body coverage or colour intensity as mature adults, but they are selected from the same breeding colony and will continue developing as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Acclimation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive shrimp are carefully packed in an insulated \u003cstrong\u003estyrofoam box\u003c\/strong\u003e for transport. We generally dispatch livestock on \u003cstrong\u003eMonday and Tuesday\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce the risk of parcels being held in transit over the weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery usually takes approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–3 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on your state, postcode and regional location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease monitor your tracking and bring the parcel inside as soon as possible after delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen introducing shrimp to your aquarium, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eslow acclimation\u003c\/strong\u003e to help them adjust to differences in temperature and water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDon't Worry If Your Shrimp Look Pale After Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShrimp may appear \u003cstrong\u003epaler, less opaque or less colourful during and immediately after transport\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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