Keeping shrimp is one of the popular hobbies in the aquarium community. Shrimp are not only beautiful but also easy to care for, making them suitable for beginners. Most aquarists love shrimp for their various colors. They especially help improve mood, reduce stress, and relax while enjoying life. For newcomers, choosing which type of shrimp to keep can be quite challenging, as there are many types available on the market, ranging from a few tens of thousands of VND to several tens of thousands of USD. However, it’s not just about choosing the expensive shrimp; what’s important is to select easy-to-keep ornamental shrimp that fit the size and design of the aquarium. Below are the top most popular shrimp species.
Cherry Shrimp
Cherry Shrimp is one of the most popular shrimp species in the shrimp-keeping community. They come in a variety of colors, from red, orange, yellow, green, purple to black. Cherry Shrimp are also very easy to care for and suitable for beginners.
Crystal Shrimp
Crystal Shrimp is a fairly common species in the shrimp-keeping world. They have a transparent shell, allowing visibility of their internal organs and are usually white or cloudy in color. Crystal Shrimp is also one of the easiest shrimp species to care for.
Taiwan Bee Shrimp
Taiwan Bee Shrimp is also a beloved species due to its diverse and unique colors. They can be black, white, orange, green, or blue. Taiwan Bee Shrimp require a fairly strict breeding environment; however, they are very beautiful and favored in the shrimp-keeping community.
Blue Bolt Shrimp
Blue Bolt Shrimp have stunning colors, with alternating blue and white patches on their bodies. They require a fairly strict breeding environment, but they are a shrimp species well worth keeping.
Red Rili Shrimp
In addition to the fiery red color on the head, the transparent patches on the body make Red Rili Shrimp a special type that every aquarist desires. Similar to red or orange shrimp, Red Rili Shrimp are relatively easy to care for and do not require high standards; keepers just need to ensure a normal aquatic environment and limit chemicals in the tank. Notably, Red Rili Shrimp will display beautiful colors if supplemented with carrots.
Yamato Shrimp
Another “algae-eating warrior” is Yamato Shrimp. This species is easy to care for and does not require too many conditions, making it popular among many people. With its extremely effective tank cleaning ability, Yamato Shrimp not only beautifies the tank but also acts as a specialized “vacuum cleaner.” However, the price of this shrimp species is usually relatively higher compared to others on the market.
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