Shrimp Feed
Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp foods are formulated to support growth, molting, and reproduction, with the right balance of proteins, vegetable fibers, and minerals useful for exoskeleton mineralization.
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Forms and types: sinking sticks and pellets for regular feeding 2–3 times a week in mature planted tanks; slow-degrading snowflake (hulled soybean) for large colonies; "baby" powders and micro-granules 1–2 times/week when shrimplets are present; leaves and vegetable mixes (catappa, nettle, moringa, spirulina) for fiber and biofilm.
Recommended frequency: in planted tanks rich in biofilm, feed 2–3×/week; with a breeding colony or many shrimplets, increase to 3–5 micro-meals/week (including one powder meal). In community tanks with fish, feeding a few times a week is often enough because shrimp graze on detritus, algae, and biofilm.
For Neocaridina and Caridina: for cantonensis groups (Crystal/Taiwan), prefer reduced portions and "clean" foods rich in fiber and algae; for Neocaridina (Red Cherry, etc.), alternate protein sticks with vegetable components and dried leaves.
Good practices: dose amounts that are consumed within 1–2 hours, limit residue on the bottom, and remove uneaten food. Avoid overfeeding, which raises DOC (dissolved organic compounds), ammonia, and nitrates.
Tip: weekly example in a planted tank — Mon sticks/pellets, Wed natural leaf (catappa/nettle), Thu "baby" powder (if shrimplets are present), Sat light stick; always adapt the dose to the colony.
— Advice from the Hobby Pesca & Acquari Team
