Snowball Shrimp

The Snowball Shrimp is the selectively bred white variant of the Neocaridina cf. zhangjiajiensis. Originally selectively bred in Germany for its white coloration, the Snowball Shrimp is just as hardy, and breeds almost as quickly as the Cherry Shrimp. The name “Snowball” came specifically from its pure white eggs, which look like snowballs!

Snowball Shrimp are non-aggressive and are quite active. In an aquarium that has no predators, Snowball Shrimp will often be observed grazing on algae on aquarium plants, decorations, and on the substrate. When fed, the shrimp will often form large groups that are quite striking in appearance.

The snowball shrimp can be cared for in quite a large variety of different water parameters. The pH range is from 6.5 to 8.0, but people are known to even exceed these parameters and these shrimp still do well, also in both soft and hard water. Clean water is very important for these creatures while the temperature should also be a minimum of 72 degrees F.

You can find the full Snowball Shrimp care sheet in the link.

As with all aquatic invertebrates, it is important to make sure copper does not get into the aquarium. Copper is toxic to all Dwarf Shrimp. Many medications contain elevated levels of copper, so it is recommended not to medicate an aquarium with Dwarf Shrimp in it.