🦐 Orange Sunkist Shrimp – Description & Properties
Orange Sunkist is an intense orange color morph of Neocaridina davidi. This variety is highly valued for its bright, solid orange coloration and strong, stable breeding line, making it one of the most popular orange Neocaridina types.
🌈 Description
Species: Neocaridina davidi
Common name: Orange Sunkist
Size:~1.5cm (unsexed juveniles)
Color: Bright, solid orange
Opacity: High coverage in quality specimens
Unlike lower-grade orange shrimp, Sunkist lines are selectively bred for dense, even coloration with minimal transparency.
🌟 Properties & Benefits
✔ Intense, solid orange color
✔ Hardy and beginner-friendly
✔ Excellent breeding stability
✔ Strong visual contrast in planted tanks
✔ Active grazers and peaceful behavior
✔ Suitable for community shrimp setups
💧 Care Requirements
Temperature: 22–26°C (72–79°F)
pH: 6.0–7.5
GH: 4–10
KH: 1–6
TDS: 200-300
Substrate: Neutral or active substrate depending on water parameters
Filtration: Gentle flow with good oxygenation
Like other Neocaridina varieties, Orange Sunkist shrimp are adaptable and tolerant of stable water conditions.
🦐 Breeding
Breeds fully in freshwater
Egg incubation: approx. 3–4 weeks
20–40 shrimplets per clutch
Strong line stability when selectively bred
📌 Summary
Orange Sunkist Shrimp are bright, hardy, and easy to breed. Their vivid orange coloration makes them a standout choice for planted aquariums and shrimp-only tanks, perfect for both beginners and experienced hobbyists.