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Snowball Shrimp

$7.00 

Buy Snowball Shrimp for your aquarium. Hardy, bright white, and perfect for algae control in planted tanks.

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Overview

Snowball Shrimp are hardy freshwater shrimp prized for their clean white colouration and algae-eating abilities. Ideal for beginners, they thrive in planted tanks and help maintain a clean, balanced aquarium ecosystem. Their peaceful nature and prolific breeding make them a favourite with hobbyists and aquascapers.

Easydifficulty
2.5–3 cmadults
Peacefulnon-aggressive

Care at a glance

Difficulty Easy
Size 2.5–3 cm (adults)
Water parameters pH 6.5–8.0, temperature 18–28°C (64–82°F)
Diet Algae, biofilm, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables
Behaviour Peaceful, non-aggressive

Setting up the tank

Planted tanks with hiding spots (moss, driftwood or rocks). Avoid tanks with large, aggressive fish.

Water quality

Stable parameters are critical. Avoid copper-based medications.

Feeding

Supplement with specialised shrimp food or algae wafers. Avoid overfeeding.

Breeding

They breed readily in stable conditions. Females carry eggs under their tails for 3–4 weeks.

Why choose them

  • Clean white colour stands out against green planted tanks
  • Graze on biofilm and algae
  • Hardy and adaptable to a wide range of water conditions
  • Breed easily in captivity, which makes it simple to sustain a colony

See also

Other colours: Blue Dream Shrimp, Yellow Cherry Shrimp, Green Jade Shrimp and Red Cherry Shrimp. For feeding, see the Green Aquarium Shrimp Food.

Questions

How big do they get?

Adults are 2.5–3 cm.

How long do females carry eggs?

Females carry eggs under their tails for 3–4 weeks.

Can I use copper-based medication?

No. Avoid copper-based medications and treatments.

What do they eat?

Algae, biofilm, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables.

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