{"product_id":"neocaridina-shrimp-dude-larry-9798292054719","title":"Neocaridina Shrimp: Tiny Titans of the Tank - A Vibrant Guide to Breeding, Keeping \u0026 Mastering Neocaridina Shrimp Species","description":"Neocaridina shrimp, often known in the aquarium hobby by their most famous representative - the Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) - are freshwater dwarf shrimp native to East and Southeast Asia, with Taiwan being a key geographic hotspot for many wild populations.\u003cbr\u003e1. Geographic Distribution\u003cbr\u003eTaiwan is considered the epicenter for wild Neocaridina davidi shrimp. These shrimp were first collected from natural freshwater streams across the island, particularly in the Taipei and New Taipei regions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOther species in the Neocaridina genus are distributed across China, Vietnam, Japan, and other Southeast Asian countries. However, Taiwan remains the most referenced point of origin for the globally popular ornamental types. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e2. Natural Habitat Characteristics\u003cbr\u003eIn the wild, Neocaridina shrimp inhabit clean, slow-moving streams, ponds, and small rivers, particularly: \u003cbr\u003eClear, shallow waters \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGravel or sandy substrates \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDense aquatic vegetation and rocks for hiding and grazing \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eModerate water flow and oxygenation \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThese environments provide: \u003cbr\u003eBiofilm and algae for feeding \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHiding spots for juveniles and molting adults \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStable temperature and water chemistry (though they tolerate fluctuations better than many other shrimp) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e3. Climate and Environmental Adaptability\u003cbr\u003eTaiwan and other Asian locations offer a subtropical to tropical climate, with water temperatures ranging from 18 C to 28 C (64 F to 82 F) - ideal for Neocaridina shrimp. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis range of temperature tolerance, coupled with their adaptability to different water hardness and pH levels, contributes to their success in both wild and captive environments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Dude Larry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798292054719\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/11\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 190\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.58lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.40d","brand":"Dude Larry","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49083623014655,"sku":"9798292054719","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/neocaridina-shrimp-dude-larry-9798292054719","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}