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Purple Neocaridina
Neocaridina davidi var.
Family: Atyidae
📍 Taiwan (captive developed)
Violet to deep purple Neocaridina — one of the newer and rarer colour morphs. Striking against light sand or bright green moss. Colour intensity varies with diet and water quality.
Keeping this species
- pH
- 6.8–7.5
- diet
- algae/biofilm/blanched veg
- minTankSize
- 5 gallons
- temperature
- 64–79°F (18–26°C)
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Temperature
64–79°F
18–26°C
Natural Habitat Temperature
61°F — 81°F seasonal range · (Jan low, Jul high)
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