Neocaridina davidi “Bloody Mary” OE – Orange Eye

Key Features:

• Coloration: Deep, uniform red covering both the carapace and muscles. This is a result of selective breeding, incomparable to classic Red Cherry or Fire Red varieties.

• Eyes: Intensely orange (Orange Eye), particularly striking under strong lighting.

• Size: Adults reach approximately 2–3 cm. Females are larger and more robust than males.

• Behavior: Peaceful, schooling, and active mainly during the day. Ideal for observation in a planted aquarium.

Requirements:

• Temperature: 20–26 °C

• pH: 6.5–7.6

• GH: 6–12

• KH: 2–8

• TDS: 180–300 ppm

• Aquarium: min. 10–20 L, with a sponge or hang-on-back filter; stable conditions and no copper.

Feeding:

• Plant-based and protein-rich foods for shrimp (granules, catappa leaves, spirulina, biofilm).

• Foods with carotenoid additives (e.g., astaxanthin) enhance red pigmentation.

• The diet should be varied and moderate – excess leads to water quality deterioration.

Breeding:

• Females carry eggs for approximately 3–4 weeks.

• Hatched juveniles are miniature copies of adults; they do not undergo a larval stage.

• They can be bred in typical aquarium conditions without intervention.

Who is it for?

• Perfect for those looking for a rare Neocaridina variety with a unique appearance.

• Great for both beginners and advanced breeders – undemanding yet very striking.

• Recommended for single-species aquariums to maintain the purity of the Orange Eye line.

Tip:
Avoid cross-breeding with other Neocaridinas to prevent losing the “OE” (orange eye) traits and color purity.