Snowball Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. “Snowball”) – Bright White, Hardy, and Peaceful Freshwater Shrimp
Snowball Neocaridina Shrimp are a beautiful white color variant of Neocaridina davidi, known for their clean, snow-white bodies and easy-to-keep nature. These shrimp are excellent for beginners and experienced keepers alike, adding contrast and activity to planted aquariums.
Snowball shrimp thrive in stable freshwater aquariums with plenty of hiding spaces, live plants, and biofilm. Their peaceful behavior and unique coloration make them perfect for nano tanks, community aquariums with small fish, and dedicated shrimp colonies.
Easy
Peaceful
0.8–1 inch (adult)
1–2 years
Omnivorous — thrives on shrimp-specific pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, biofilm, and occasional protein-rich foods.
Supplementing with mineral-based foods supports healthy molting and shell development.
Minimum 5 gallons (larger recommended for breeding colonies)
Temperature: 68–78°F
pH: 6.8–7.8
Hardness: 4–12 dGH
KH: 2–8 dKH
TDS: 150–300
Peaceful and safe for planted aquariums
Best kept in groups; stronger color when kept in stable parameters
Compatible with nano fish like rasboras, ember tetras, ricefish, otocinclus, and snails
Shrimplets may be at risk with larger or predatory fish
Completely safe with other Neocaridina varieties (but may crossbreed)
Requires stable water conditions for successful molting
Ideal for beginner shrimp keepers
Snow-white “eggs” give the variety its name
Avoid copper-based medications, which are toxic to shrimp
