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$27.99 - $114.99

Chocolate Shrimp (Pre-Order)

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$27.99 - $114.99

Expected ship date is 2026 Aug 17th

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This item is currently available for Pre-Order and is expected to ship during the week of August 17th.

Please Note: If your order contains both pre-order and in-stock items, your entire order will be held and shipped together once the pre-order items are available.

Chocolate Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)

Chocolate Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) are a beautiful freshwater shrimp variety admired for their rich chocolate-brown coloration and peaceful nature. Their deep earthy tones create a striking natural look in planted aquariums, especially when contrasted against vibrant green plants and lighter aquarium substrates.

These active shrimp spend their day grazing on biofilm, algae, and leftover food while continuously exploring the aquarium. Hardy and beginner-friendly, Chocolate Shrimp thrive in a wide range of freshwater conditions and readily breed in mature planted aquariums.

Available Options: 5 Pack, 10 Pack, and Value 25 Pack.

✓ Rich Natural Colour & Excellent Cleanup Crew Deep chocolate-brown Neocaridina shrimp that continuously graze on algae and biofilm while adding subtle elegance to planted aquariums.

Why Choose Chocolate Shrimp?

  • Unique rich chocolate-brown coloration.
  • Excellent biofilm and algae grazers.
  • Peaceful with community fish, snails, and other shrimp.
  • Easy to care for and beginner friendly.
  • Readily breed in freshwater aquariums.
  • Perfect for planted aquariums and nano tanks.

Care Requirements

Temperament: Peaceful

Difficulty: Easy

Diet: Biofilm, algae, shrimp pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and leftover fish food.

Recommended Aquarium: 5 gallons (19 L) or larger.

Compatibility: Best kept with peaceful nano fish, other shrimp, snails, and planted aquariums.

Species Information

Specification Details
Scientific Name Neocaridina davidi
Common Name Chocolate Shrimp
Origin Selective Color Morph
Adult Size 2–3 cm (0.8–1.2 in)
Temperature 20–26°C (68–79°F)
pH 6.5–7.8
Water Hardness Moderately Soft to Hard
Lifespan 1–2 Years
Breeding Breeds readily in freshwater.
Difficulty Easy

Available Pack Sizes

  • 5 Pack
  • 10 Pack
  • 25 Pack (Best Value)
Important Chocolate Shrimp are social animals and should always be kept in groups. We recommend starting with at least 10 shrimp to encourage natural behavior and establish a healthy breeding colony.
Images are for reference only. As these are living animals, individual shrimp may vary slightly in coloration and pattern.
Aquascaper's Tip Chocolate Shrimp display their richest coloration over lighter substrates while dense mosses, driftwood, and healthy plant growth provide ideal grazing surfaces and shelter for young shrimp. Stable water parameters are the key to vibrant colour and successful breeding.

Available in Canada at Aquascaperoom — premium freshwater shrimp, aquarium plants, and aquascaping supplies.