{"title":"Native Shrimp","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"shrimp-darwin-long-nose-caridina-gracilirostris","title":"Shrimp Darwin Long Nose (Caridina Gracilirostris)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eShrimp Long Nose\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45775180988650,"sku":"18662","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Shrimp-Red-Nose.jpg?v=1767618342"},{"product_id":"shrimp-australian-amano","title":"Shrimp Australian Amano","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eShrimp Australian Amano\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eThe Australian Amano shrimp (\u003cem data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"45\"\u003eCaridina typus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a hardy native freshwater shrimp that grows to around 3–5 cm. It is an excellent algae-eating scavenger and is particularly effective at controlling problem algae such as black beard algae and string algae in planted aquariums. As a peaceful and relatively large shrimp species, it serves as a great native alternative to imported Japanese Amano shrimp. They do best when kept in groups and typically live for around 2–3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eCare and Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"1048\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A minimum of 40 litres (10 gallons) is recommended, ideally with plenty of plants, hiding spaces, and driftwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28 °C (68–82 °F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"689\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"793\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"793\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily herbivorous; feeds on algae, biofilm, and sinking pellets or wafers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and suitable for community aquariums, though they should not be housed with large or aggressive fish that may prey on them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1048\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1048\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very difficult in captivity, as the larvae require salt or brackish water to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873198596330,"sku":"19363","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Shrimp-Amano.jpg?v=1772714946"},{"product_id":"shrimp-darwin-algae","title":"Shrimp Darwin Algae","description":"\u003ch1\u003eShrimp Darwin Algae\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Darwin Algae Shrimp (Caridina sp. 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They are particularly effective at grazing on hair algae and biofilm, helping maintain tank cleanliness while contributing very little to the overall bioload.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873198629098,"sku":"19362","price":8.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Shrimp-Darwin-Algae.jpg?v=1772714948"},{"product_id":"shrimp-riffle-australatya-striolata","title":"Shrimp Riffle (Australatya Striolata)","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"332\"\u003eShrimp Riffle (Australatya Striolata)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"332\"\u003eRiffle Shrimp are distinctive freshwater shrimp recognised for their pale yellow to almost transparent bodies, usually marked with a noticeable yellow or white stripe along the back. One of their most interesting features is their fan-shaped front appendages, which they use to filter tiny food particles from the flowing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"357\"\u003eGeneral Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"456\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"456\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally found in shallow creeks and streams throughout eastern Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"520\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"520\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefer cooler water, ideally 17–23 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"575\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"575\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow to around 6 cm in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily filter feeders, capturing microscopic food particles from the water current, though they may also pick up small scraps from the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSexing:\u003c\/strong\u003e These shrimp begin life as males and typically change to females once they reach around 3–4 cm in size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"1201\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eRiffle Shrimp can be an interesting addition to a peaceful community aquarium, particularly in tanks with good water flow. However, they may occasionally prey on very small fish fry or baby shrimp. It is best to avoid housing them with large or aggressive fish and to keep water temperatures within their preferred cooler range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873198661866,"sku":"19369","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Shrimp-Rifle.jpg?v=1772714952"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/collections\/native-shrimp.oembed","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}