🦐 White Pearl Shrimp – Description & Properties
White Pearl is a pure white freshwater dwarf shrimp belonging to the species Neocaridina davidi. It is appreciated for its elegant milky coloration, ease of care, and strong breeding potential, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced shrimp keepers.
🌈 Description
Species: Neocaridina davidi
Common name: White Pearl
Size: 2–2.5 cm (0.8–1 inch)
Color: Solid white to translucent pearl
Body type: Semi-opaque, sometimes slightly glassy in lower grades
High-quality specimens display a dense, even white coloration with minimal transparency.
🌟 Properties & Benefits
✔ Elegant white coloration
✔ Hardy and adaptable
✔ Ideal for beginners
✔ Breeds easily in freshwater
✔ Active grazers
✔ Great contrast in planted tanks
💧 Care Requirements
Temperature: 18–26°C (64–79°F)
pH: 6.5–7.8
GH: 6–12
KH: 2–8
TDS: ~150–250 ppm
Substrate: Neutral substrate recommended
White Pearl shrimp tolerate a wide range of parameters, similar to other Neocaridina varieties.
🦐 Breeding
Breeds fully in freshwater
Female carries eggs for ~3–4 weeks
20–40 shrimplets per batch (depending on size)
High survival rate in mature tanks
Selective breeding helps maintain strong white coloration.
📌 Summary
White Pearl Shrimp are hardy, easy to maintain, and beautifully bright dwarf shrimp. Their pearl-white appearance makes them a standout addition to planted and shrimp-focused aquariums, especially for hobbyists seeking a reliable and elegant Neocaridina variety.