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DANBURY AQUARIUM
Chocolate Shrimp (Black Rose)
Chocolate Shrimp (Black Rose)
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The Chocolate Shrimp is a popular choice for freshwater shrimp hobbyists because of its intriguing dark color as well as being relatively easy to care for and breed. They stand out beautifully against a light colored substrate. Chocolate Shrimp make a striking and dynamic addition to a freshwater aquarium. These shrimp are very active as they scavenge the tank, cleaning up waste. They love to feed off of naturally occurring biofilm and algae, especially in a planted tank. For this reason, they can be quite low maintenance; in fact, they can even help keep your tank clean!
Chocolate Shrimp can withstand a pretty wide range of water parameters, and are not an aggressive species. This combined with their versatility makes them a good option as tank companions. Chocolate Shrimp breed easily, making them a good choice for beginners to freshwater shrimp hobby. The Chocolate Shrimp is a product of the selective breeding of the Red Cherry Shrimp for dark coloration, resulting in stunning hues from deep red to dark brown hues. They are also sometimes called Black Cherry Shrimp. Some of these shrimp have dark brown spotting and striping over translucent yellow.
Chocolate Shrimp are tolerant to a fairly wide range of water parameters, making them excellent for pairing with other species. As long as the shrimp are acclimated properly to your chosen parameters and are not subjected to extreme changes in temperature or acidity, they are adaptable. They will tolerate soft or hard water. The ideal water parameters are 70°-85° F with 7 to 7.5 pH. However, as mentioned, you may keep them outside of these parameters as long as the shrimp are protected from extreme or frequent fluctuations.
Chocolate Shrimp can withstand a pretty wide range of water parameters, and are not an aggressive species. This combined with their versatility makes them a good option as tank companions. Chocolate Shrimp breed easily, making them a good choice for beginners to freshwater shrimp hobby. The Chocolate Shrimp is a product of the selective breeding of the Red Cherry Shrimp for dark coloration, resulting in stunning hues from deep red to dark brown hues. They are also sometimes called Black Cherry Shrimp. Some of these shrimp have dark brown spotting and striping over translucent yellow.
Chocolate Shrimp are tolerant to a fairly wide range of water parameters, making them excellent for pairing with other species. As long as the shrimp are acclimated properly to your chosen parameters and are not subjected to extreme changes in temperature or acidity, they are adaptable. They will tolerate soft or hard water. The ideal water parameters are 70°-85° F with 7 to 7.5 pH. However, as mentioned, you may keep them outside of these parameters as long as the shrimp are protected from extreme or frequent fluctuations.
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