Yellow Rili Shrimp

Common name:
Yellow Rili Shrimp

Scientific name:
Neocaridina davidi (Yellow Rili morph)

Chinese name:
黄丽丽樱花虾

Japanese name:
イエローリリシュリンプ

Size:
2–3 cm

Lifespan:
1–2 years

Level:
Beginner

Family:
Atyidae

pH:
6.5–7.8

Origin:
Taiwan

Water hardness:
Moderate to hard (6–15 dGH)

Diet:
Omnivore (algae, biofilm, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables)

Ideal water Temperature:
20–26°C

Special care:
Avoid copper; provide plants and moss for grazing and hiding; stable water parameters are important

Behavior:
Peaceful, active scavenger

Pros and cons:
Pros: Bright yellow and translucent pattern, good algae cleaner, easy to breed
Cons: Can be eaten by larger fish, pattern intensity may vary

Long description:
Yellow Rili Shrimp are a selectively bred Neocaridina morph known for their vibrant yellow coloration combined with clear or translucent body sections. They actively graze on algae and biofilm, helping maintain aquarium cleanliness. A planted tank with moss and hiding spots helps them feel secure and reproduce. They are well suited to peaceful community tanks and thrive in stable, mature aquariums with consistent water parameters.

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Yellow Rili Shrimp for Singapore Aquariums

The Yellow Rili pairs a warm, sunny yellow with clear glass segments, a cheerful contrast that pops against dark substrate and green moss. As a Neocaridina davidi morph it carries the same easygoing temperament as cherry shrimp, grazing biofilm and soft algae across plants and hardscape all day. The rili pattern varies between individuals, so a colony gives you a satisfying mix to select and breed from over time.

These are well suited to beginners in our climate. Ambient 27-29C means many SG tanks run without a heater, and a densely planted layout keeps food and cover available around the clock. Treat our soft, chloraminated tap water before each change, keep parameters stable, and steer clear of copper-containing medications or fertilisers, which shrimp tolerate very poorly.

Find the rest of our colony in the shrimp range. New keepers should start with our cherry shrimp care guide, and add some good plants for a shrimp tank to give them grazing surfaces from day one.