The Green Jade Shrimp is one of the most striking and modern color variants of the Neocaridina family. A product of meticulous selective breeding, these shrimp originated from the same lineage as the classic Red Cherry, eventually isolating deep green pigments that range from bright lime-green to a rich, dark emerald. Because their color is so unique, they provide a moody, natural aesthetic that stands out beautifully against dark substrates, dragon stone, or lighter-colored aquatic plants.
As aquatic pets, Green Jades are active scavengers that keep your shrimp aquarium pristine. Their low-maintenance nature and ability to adapt to a wide range of water parameters make them a perfect choice for both beginners and experienced scapers looking for something beyond the traditional red or blue varieties.
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Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to maintain stable parameters to ensure a healthy, thriving colony!
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neocaridina davidi "Green Jade" |
| Common Name(s) | Green Jade Shrimp, Green Cherry Shrimp |
| Care Difficulty | Easy |
| Adult Size | 1.0"ā1.5" (2.5ā3.8 cm) |
| Diet | Omnivore / Biofilm & Algae Scavenger |
| Minimum Tank Size | 5 Gallons (10+ Gallons Recommended) |
| Temperature Range | 65Ā°Fā84Ā°F (18Ā°Cā29Ā°C) |
| pH Range | 7.0ā8.0 |
| General Hardness (GH) | 4ā8 dGH |
| Carbonate Hardness (KH) | 3ā15 dKH |
| Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) | 200ā300 ppm |
| Lifespan | 1ā2 Years |
1. How do I properly acclimate my new freshwater shrimp to prevent shock?
Dwarf shrimp are sensitive to sudden shifts in water parameters and total dissolved solids (TDS). Always drip acclimate new arrivals over 1 to 2 hours before releasing them into your tank. Follow our step-by-step tutorial in 7 Easy Steps to Drip Acclimate Shrimp and Fish for the perfect drip rate setup.
2. What substrate is best for keeping dwarf shrimp healthy?
It depends on the species! Neocaridina species like Green Jade Shrimp thrive in inert substrates like gravel, sand, or dark volcanic rock, while Caridina species prefer active aquasoils that buffer pH down. Learn how to select the right foundation for your aquarium shrimp in our Best Substrate for Shrimp Guide.
3. How do I get my colony to start breeding?
As long as water parameters remain stable, temperatures stay in the low 70s, and adequate food is present, dwarf shrimp will breed naturally. To maximize baby shrimplet survival rates and learn how to support berried females, read our complete guide on How to Breed Freshwater Shrimp.
4. Are dwarf shrimp easy to care for if I am a beginner?
Yes, Neocaridina species like Green Jade Shrimp are exceptionally hardy, adaptable to standard tap water conditions, and ideal for beginners. Get a complete overview of parameters, diet, and setup requirements in our Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp Care Guide.
Overall rating: 4.2702703 / 5 from 37 reviews.
Green Jade Shrimp are vibrant, healthy, and easy to care for, making them a popular choice for freshwater aquariums. They are excellent scavengers, feeding on biofilm and algae, and are adaptable to a range of water parameters. Customers appreciate their bright color, size, and quality, as well as the fast and reliable shipping and great customer service.
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"I ordered the 20 pack, 4 were DOA, and about 10 died in subsequent weeks, but there are babies swimming around now so i guess it was just the stress of travel. When they arrived many of them looked blue or brown, but the adults that I have left are now a very beautiful deep green."
"I ordered a pack of 10. out of the 10, 2 were DOA. I was concerned at first, but during the drip acclimating for around an hour, I noticed 6 tiny little baby shrimp swimming around happily in the water! I was very pleased with this and felt no need to contact them about the 2 DOA. The shrimp are simply stunning in color, very active, and they are getting along wonderfully with their tankmates!"
"We'll start with the good thing, shrimp came quickly, the colors are vibrant and beautiful. Im disappointed in the shipping of the order as a whole, we order shrimps and a bonsai tree, paid for 1 day shipping and the tree came 4 days later, annoying but mayne they come from different places so fine. However we ordered 4 different colors, the green and the galaxy ones no problems, but the blue arried with only 2 alive and yellow/orange ones most doed within 24 hours. They were boxed well. So all in all possibly would order again of ordering a larhe batch sinve the colors are so pretty but for the price and so many arriving dead and dying so quick I would not recommend as a whole."
"Came healthy with no hitchhikers!"
"19 out of 20 shrimp survived shipping! Only one has passed away after acclimating them for hours and moving them to the tank. Happy with survival rate. Shrimp are a nice dark green."
"Just had a ten pack of green jade shrimp delivered! The overnight shipping is expensive making the price about $12 per shrimp, but when you can’t get the color at your local pet store that you want, it’s worth the extra money. Everyone arrived healthy with even a mama and some eggs! Would highly recommend. It’s been a few days now and all seems well!"
"Received my order on Wednesday after a 24 hour delay from a shipping company. . needless to say when they arrived their condition was less then ideal 4 DOA. After the first night I woke up the next morning to more than half dead in the tank. Fast forward to today I am down to 2 healthy happy Sage and 3 happy Mary’s"
"Well packaged, All of the little creatures got to our home healthy with lots of energy. They have vivid colors and we already started getting babies."
"Shipped fast. Only issue was that 3 of the 10 arrived dead. But I sent them pictures proof of this and they credited me back for the dead ones. Great customer service. I will be purchasing more items from and I highly recommend you do the same."
"Good crew & arrived in good condition at my home"
