Neocaridina sp1 (Penguin shrimp)

Small brown shrimp with wide back band of beige color. This nice shrimp a little shy, alguivore and detriment, performs a wonderful job about cleaning the tank. However, it will be necessary to pay attention to the larger and voracious fish, which could or even in it a delicate put.

The Crustacean Neocaridina SP1 is a small aquatic animal belonging to the Caridina family. It measures about 2 to 3 cm long and has an elongated body covered with a rigid shell. Its color generally varies between red, pink and white.

He has two pairs of scratch legs that allow him to move in water and feed on small aquatic organisms. He also has two pairs of short antennas and powerful mandibles to capture his food.

The Neocaridina SP1 is a very popular aquarophilia crustacean because of its reduced size and its ease of maintenance. It reproduces easily and can live in colonies in well -equipped aquariums.

It is also known for its ability to adapt to different aquatic environments and different water conditions, which makes it a very tolerant species. However, he needs a clean environment and adequate diet to maintain his health and vitality.

This phenomenon is rarely encountered in aquarium, but is carried out in fresh water.