Shrimp-Black King Kongs

Description

Black King Kong Shrimp are a striking Neocaridina colour variety known for their deep jet-black coloration and velvety appearance. High-grade specimens display an almost completely solid black body with excellent colour coverage, making them a stunning contrast against light substrates and lush green plants.

Hardy, peaceful, and easy to care for, Black King Kong Shrimp are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced shrimp keepers. They spend their day grazing on algae, biofilm, and leftover food, making them both beautiful and beneficial additions to planted and aquascaped aquariums.

Care Information

• Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi
• Common Name: Black King Kong Shrimp
• Origin: Selectively bred colour morph
• Difficulty: Easy
• Adult Size: 2.5–3 cm
• Lifespan: 1–2 years

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 20–26°C
• pH: 6.8–7.8
• GH: 6–8 dGH
• KH: 2–6 dKH
• TDS: 180–250 ppm

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 litres
• Mature aquarium with stable water parameters.
• Plenty of live plants, mosses, driftwood, and hiding places.
• Shrimp-safe filtration, such as a sponge filter, is recommended.
• Light substrates create a striking contrast with their deep black colour, while planted tanks provide security and natural grazing surfaces.

Diet

Black King Kong Shrimp are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet including:

• High-quality shrimp pellets
• Algae wafers
• Blanched vegetables (spinach, zucchini, cucumber)
• Indian Almond Leaves
• Occasional protein-rich foods

They also naturally graze on algae and biofilm throughout the aquarium.

Temperament

• Peaceful and social
• Best kept in colonies of 10 or more
• Compatible with other peaceful shrimp and small nano fish
• Avoid keeping with large or predatory fish

Breeding

Black King Kong Shrimp breed readily in freshwater aquariums under stable conditions. Females carry approximately 20–40 eggs beneath their abdomen for 3–4 weeks before releasing fully formed miniature shrimp. Selective breeding is recommended to maintain their rich, solid black coloration.

Why You'll Love Black King Kong Shrimp

✔ Deep jet-black, velvety colouration
✔ Hardy and beginner-friendly Neocaridina variety
✔ Excellent algae and biofilm grazers
✔ Perfect for planted and aquascaped aquariums
✔ Easy to breed in freshwater
✔ Adds bold contrast and constant activity to any shrimp aquarium