All 10 shrimp arrived alive! One did pass yesterday and I'm guessing the stress of everything caught up. However! They have been actively swimming and enjoying their tank. Im excited to see how they grow. They're great quality.
ShrimpUpAquatics
Orange Sunkist Shrimp (Bright Orange Neocaridina)
Orange Sunkist Shrimp (Bright Orange Neocaridina)
Regular price
$3.95 USD
Regular price
Sale price
$3.95 USD
Unit price
per
Couldn't load pickup availability
Orange Sunkist Shrimp for Sale – Bright Orange Neocaridina
Looking to buy Orange Sunkist Shrimp online? Orange Sunkist Shrimp are vibrant freshwater Neocaridina selected for bright orange coloration that stands out against green plants, dark substrate, driftwood, and natural stone.
They combine eye-catching color with the approachable care, peaceful temperament, and freshwater breeding behavior that make Neocaridina one of the most popular shrimp groups for planted aquariums and dedicated shrimp tanks.
Shipping SizeApproximately 1/2 to 1 inch and sold at breeding age.
ColorBright orange coloration with natural individual variation.
Care LevelBeginner-friendly in a mature, stable freshwater aquarium.
Available Packs1, 5, 10, 20 shrimp, plus a 10-shrimp Breeder Pack.
Which Orange Sunkist Shrimp pack should you choose?
- 1 shrimp: Best for adding an individual to an established Orange Sunkist colony.
- 5 shrimp: A smaller group for expanding an existing tank.
- 10 shrimp: A practical starting group for a mature shrimp aquarium.
- 20 shrimp: A larger starting population for more immediate color and colony growth.
- Breeder Pack: 10 breeding-age shrimp with approximately 7 females and 3 males.
Choose your preferred quantity using the product options above this description.
Why Choose Orange Sunkist Neocaridina Shrimp?
- Bright Orange Color that creates strong contrast in planted aquariums.
- Beginner-Friendly Care when kept in a fully cycled aquarium with stable water chemistry.
- Peaceful Temperament suited to shrimp-focused tanks and carefully selected community aquariums.
- Freshwater Breeding with no brackish larval stage required.
- Active Grazing Behavior on biofilm, microorganisms, soft algae films, and natural aquarium surfaces.
- Breeder Pack Available for hobbyists who want a female-heavy colony starter.
Compare additional colors in our Neocaridina shrimp collection.
What Do Orange Sunkist Shrimp Look Like?
Orange Sunkist Shrimp are selected for vivid orange body coloration. Individual shrimp may vary naturally from lighter orange to deeper, more saturated tones depending on genetics, age, sex, lighting, background, and aquarium conditions.
They are visually different from patterned Orange Rili Shrimp, which typically show orange sections separated by translucent or clear areas.
Orange Sunkist Shrimp Water Parameters
Orange Sunkist Shrimp are Neocaridina and generally do best when water chemistry remains stable rather than being constantly adjusted. The ranges below reflect our Neocaridina systems.
| Parameter | Our Tank Range |
|---|---|
| pH | 7.0–7.8 |
| GH | 7–8 |
| KH | 3–4 |
| TDS | 200–250 ppm |
| Temperature | 65–74°F |
| Ammonia | 0 ppm |
| Nitrite | 0 ppm |
Avoid sudden changes in pH, temperature, hardness, or TDS. A fully cycled aquarium with mature biological filtration and consistent maintenance matters more than chasing one exact number.
For more detail, read our Neocaridina Shrimp Water Parameters Guide.
Best Tank Setup for Orange Sunkist Shrimp
Mature, Cycled Aquarium
Orange Sunkist Shrimp should be added to a fully cycled aquarium with stable water quality. Mature tanks also offer more biofilm and microorganisms for constant grazing.
Plants, Moss & Hardscape
Plants, moss, wood, leaves, and aquarium-safe rock increase natural grazing surface and provide cover during molts. Dense moss is especially useful for newborn shrimplets. Browse our live aquarium plants for shrimp-friendly setups.
Gentle Filtration
Sponge filters are ideal for many shrimp tanks because they provide gentle water movement, biological filtration, and extra grazing surface without exposing shrimplets to an unprotected intake.
What Do Orange Sunkist Shrimp Eat?
Orange Sunkist Shrimp spend much of the day grazing biofilm, microorganisms, soft algae films, decaying organic material, and small food particles. Supplemental feeding is especially useful in cleaner tanks or larger colonies.
| Food Source | Role in the Aquarium |
|---|---|
| Biofilm | Important natural grazing source in mature tanks |
| Soft algae films | Frequently grazed from hardscape, plants, and glass |
| Shrimp foods / wafers | Useful supplemental nutrition for established colonies |
| Botanicals / leaves | Add grazing surface and slowly decomposing organic material |
| Blanched vegetables | Optional occasional supplemental food |
Feed conservatively and remove excess food before it begins to affect water quality. Browse our shrimp food and botanicals for supplemental feeding options.
Breeding Orange Sunkist Shrimp
Orange Sunkist Shrimp reproduce completely in freshwater. Mature females carry fertilized eggs beneath the abdomen until fully formed baby shrimp hatch directly into the aquarium.
A strong breeding setup includes stable water, mature filtration, textured grazing surfaces, dense plants or moss, consistent feeding, and very low predation pressure.
Breeder Pack: Our Orange Sunkist Breeder Pack includes 10 breeding-age shrimp with approximately 7 females and 3 males, providing a female-heavy starting ratio for hobbyists focused on colony growth.
For a broader colony guide, read our Neocaridina Shrimp Breeding Guide.
Orange Sunkist Shrimp vs. Orange Rili Shrimp
| Trait | Orange Sunkist Shrimp | Orange Rili Shrimp |
|---|---|---|
| Typical appearance | Primarily solid orange coloration | Orange sections separated by translucent or clear areas |
| Species type | Neocaridina | Neocaridina |
| Care level | Beginner-friendly | Beginner-friendly |
| Freshwater breeding | Yes | Yes |
| Best choice for | Solid orange color | Patterned orange-and-clear appearance |
If you prefer a patterned orange morph, view our Orange Rili Shrimp.
Can Orange Sunkist Shrimp Live With Other Neocaridina?
Different Neocaridina colors can generally live together peacefully, but they can also interbreed. Mixing color lines may create less predictable offspring and increase wild-type traits over later generations.
If maintaining a consistent Orange Sunkist line is important, keep the breeding colony separate from other Neocaridina color morphs.
Orange Sunkist Shrimp Tank Mates
Orange Sunkist Shrimp are peaceful. Snails and other non-aggressive invertebrates are commonly compatible, while some small peaceful fish can work in heavily planted tanks. However, nearly any fish may eat baby shrimp if the shrimplets are small enough to fit in its mouth.
For maximum breeding success and baby-shrimp survival, a dedicated shrimp tank is the safest option.
Orange Sunkist Shrimp Price & Pack Options
Use the live product options above for current pricing. Available Orange Sunkist pack sizes include:
- 1 Shrimp
- 5 Shrimp
- 10 Shrimp
- 20 Shrimp
- Breeder Pack – 10 shrimp, approximately 7 females and 3 males
Acclimating Orange Sunkist Shrimp After Delivery
Shipping water can differ from your aquarium in temperature, pH, GH, KH, and TDS. A gradual acclimation process helps reduce stress while the shrimp adjust to your aquarium.
Follow our Freshwater Shrimp Acclimation Guide before releasing new livestock.
Live Arrival & DOA Policy: Livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee / DOA Policy. Review the policy before ordering for arrival, documentation, and claim requirements.
Ready to add Orange Sunkist Shrimp to your aquarium?
Select your preferred 1, 5, 10, 20, or Breeder Pack above and start or expand your Orange Sunkist Neocaridina colony.
Orange Sunkist Shrimp FAQ
Are Orange Sunkist Shrimp Neocaridina?
Yes. Orange Sunkist Shrimp are an orange Neocaridina color variety and share the same general freshwater care and breeding behavior as other Neocaridina.
What color are Orange Sunkist Shrimp?
They are selected for bright orange coloration, though individual intensity can vary naturally with genetics, age, sex, lighting, and aquarium conditions.
How big are Orange Sunkist Shrimp when shipped?
Our Orange Sunkist Shrimp are approximately 1/2 to 1 inch and are sold at breeding age.
Are Orange Sunkist Shrimp good for beginners?
Yes. They are generally beginner-friendly when kept in a mature, fully cycled aquarium with stable water chemistry and appropriate mineral content.
What water parameters do Orange Sunkist Shrimp need?
Our Neocaridina systems run around pH 7.0–7.8, GH 7–8, KH 3–4, TDS 200–250 ppm, and 65–74°F. Stability matters more than chasing exact values.
Will Orange Sunkist Shrimp breed in freshwater?
Yes. Their entire reproductive cycle occurs in freshwater, and mature females carry eggs until fully formed shrimplets hatch.
What comes in the Orange Sunkist Breeder Pack?
The Breeder Pack includes 10 breeding-age Orange Sunkist Shrimp with approximately 7 females and 3 males.
What is the difference between Orange Sunkist and Orange Rili Shrimp?
Orange Sunkist Shrimp are selected for more continuous orange body coloration, while Orange Rili Shrimp have orange sections interrupted by translucent or clear areas. Both are Neocaridina with similar basic care.
Can Orange Sunkist Shrimp live with Orange Rili Shrimp?
Yes, but the two Neocaridina lines can interbreed. Keep them separate if maintaining a predictable color line is important.
Can Orange Sunkist Shrimp live with fish?
They can live with some small peaceful fish, but fish may prey on newborn shrimplets. A dedicated shrimp tank gives the best breeding and survival rates.
Do Orange Sunkist Shrimp eat algae?
They graze on soft algae films and biofilm, but they are not a complete algae-control solution. Proper lighting, nutrient management, filtration, and maintenance still matter.
Do Orange Sunkist Shrimp need a heater?
Not always. If room temperature keeps the aquarium consistently within a suitable range, a heater may be unnecessary. Stable temperature matters more than adding heat to an already appropriate environment.
Do Orange Sunkist Shrimp need a filter?
A mature biological filter is strongly recommended. Sponge filters are especially shrimp-friendly because they provide gentle filtration and extra grazing surface.
Buy Orange Sunkist Shrimp Online
Orange Sunkist Shrimp combine beginner-friendly Neocaridina care with a vivid orange appearance that stands out beautifully in planted freshwater aquariums. Choose the pack size that fits your aquarium and start or expand your colony today.
Want to compare more colors? Browse our full Neocaridina shrimp collection.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 243 reviews.
Ordered 10 shrimp and received 11, with one of them arriving in bad shape but still alive (It passed away within the next hour) . They’re beautiful and have been healthy in my tank. The package arrived at the local post office leaking water so badly that they had to put it in a plastic bin. I was terrified that they would be completely dead do to the water loss, but it wasn’t that bad. I’m unsure of how the bag leaked so much water but at the end of the day everything ended up okay.
Bought the breeder pack, all arrived happy and alive, acclimated well and went straight to eating. Ended up with around 16 shrimp. Of these, 4/5 were top tier genetics and very pretty shrimp, the rest were closer to cull quality than I'd like, definitely was hoping for a stronger orange. But hoping they colour up a bit over time, and as I was supplementing an existing colony, this works out fine for me.
Very pretty and healthy
Arrived alive and well. Did lose one in transit. To be expected. They are so pretty
Ordered the breeder pack. Love the bright yellow. I hope to have babies soon
Shrimp arrived healthy and hungry!
Things worked out great. Happy shrimp.
All shrimp arrived alive and are great quality. Still thriving after 2 weeks
My shrimp are healthy and beautiful! Such a nice deep orange color.
Arrived safely and stay active in the tank.
Through no fault of yours I only have 2 of my orange babies and no amano. I guess the parameters of my tank were not conducive to them. I still have several Cherry left. Your packaging and timely delivery is great
Alive and well
Got the breeder pack. All arrived in great shape even the extras. Transitioned easily to the new tank and are getting vibrant. I love how they look against the green plants and aquasoil! This is my first shrimp tank and I’m obsessed.
The color is great
All the shrimp arrived healthy, alive, and happy! Highly recommend Shrimp Up Aquatics. I will definitely buy from this company again.
Some of them died because they had a molten issue. But other than that, I'd say they all arrived.They all arrived like alive and stuff.I'm not really complaining.If I had recommend it, I would
I have to say how impressed I am by this seller. All my shrimp arrived alive and healthy. The overnight shipping is worth it. They’re adorable, active and made themselves right at home! Glad I purchased from this seller because they clearly have well cared for quality animals.
Ordered the 10 breeder pack and received probably closer to 20. 5 died on arrival and more died throughout the drip acclimation and first day but I still have 6-8 very solid shrimp that have very nice colors.
ordered 3 of these, got some extra & only 1 came DOA. always a great experience ordering since theyre shipped quickly & tend to do pretty ok in transit. all shrimp are thriving a week later.
I ordered shrimp from the Shrimp Up Aquatics twice. Shrimp arrived alive and seems to be healthy and thriving. Will definitely order again. Thanks so much for the extras! Much appreciated!
Love them! All arrived alive and well
Arrived with a few doa. Contacted Shrimp up and he immediately responded with replacement. Shrimp are doing great.
I love my orange shrimp! I ordered 60 of them. They were packaged well. Pretty much all of them were lively when they arrived aside from 3. I was also missing 7 out of the 60 ordered. I filled out a DOA form on the website, which is an easy simple process. They reached out to me within a day and will be sending the 10 shrimp! There customer service is top notch and I truly appreciate it. Oh and a few of the shrimp already had eggs! I'm excited to have little ones soon!
I had a great experience with this store and their customer service. In my first order of 5 shrimp they sent me 9 buy unfortunately only one survived the trip. I contacted them to let them know, and they responded immediately and offered to send replacements free of charge, which I really appreciated. I’ve just received the second shipment, and this time 6 out of 7 shrimp arrived alive and healthy. The shrimp look active and in good condition, and I was pleasantly surprised to see that one of them was even berried (carrying eggs). That really shows the quality of their stock. I’m very happy with how the seller handled the situation. Issues can happen with live animal shipping, but what really matters is how the seller responds—and they were quick, kind, and professional. I would definitely buy from them again and recommend them to others looking for quality shrimp and reliable customer support.
Beautiful bright orange amazing little critters. I absolutely love them! The seller communicated and was extremely helpful and understanding.
Very active and entertaining to watch. Unfortunately a few died in shipping but other than that perfect.
I ordered 10 shrimp and had two DOA, but didn’t fill out the form cause I didn’t care, I was just glad I finally got shrimp. I was especially happy though that I got them two days before a big snow storm hit. All 8 survivors are now happily exploring their new tank and getting to know their new layout. I had a great shopping experience and will be ordering more shrimp after one of my newer tanks matures enough to house them safely!
Had one not make it but I believe it was the stress and cold temps that caused the DOA. But right now my Orange and Yellows are doing fine. Already have some molting done and one is berried. I think I will order more when it is not as cold. Looking forward to my next order.
Love them! One unfortunately did not make it but they gave so many extra that it didn’t matter!
Shrimp Aquatics really easy to talk to. If you’re trying to decide between red fire cherry vs. orange Sunkist. I would get the red fire cherry’s some of the orange Sunkist that was sent to me were low grade. They were see through. Their red fire cherry’s is higher grade. Overall this is my second time buying from them! 🔥
(Breeder pack) Shrimp arrived and got pregnant within 2 weeks. Only 1-2 deaths in transit, but there were more than 10 shrimp that arrived to offset those.
The shrimp are almost the size as my female betta (she is quite small) and the shrimp are almost fully grown really high quality and a few barried so hopefully Lola(my betta) doesn’t get any ideas of eating the baby shrimp lol. There were alot of extras and no Doa’s!
I love my new little friends. Watching them swim around and find every nook and cranny in their new home. When I ordered them I got them with another color of shrimp, and a few fish. And I was a little distressed to find they were all in the same bag. I had intended them for separate tanks and I fear the stress of moving them about trying to separate them all and culture the water made me loose more than if they were separate. I have lost 7 shrimp in total and from a count of 20 that is quite a loss. But other than that point (in which I should have looked into closer) everything showed up, and everyone who has survived the ordeal is happily adjusting to their new homes.
I ordered a breeder pack on a Saturday, which was shipped out on Monday and arrived on Wednesday. Thirteen shrimp were sent, and twelve of them survived the journey. The box was packed with wood shavings around the bag of shrimp for insulation and cushioning. So far all of my shrimp are thriving in their new home. I'll definitely be ordering more shrimp from Shrimp Up Aquatics when I set up my next tank!
I got three varying colors of orange
Orange guys were great! The only downside was only 3/5 of them arrived alive 😕
Received in good condition; no problems.
4-DOA, all others great
My last order the UPS people did not treat to kindly, and half of the little guys were dead. The folks at shrimp up were very gracious and replaced the order. This time it came double boxed, and double bagged which was a good thing as the interior bag did have some leakage. Everyone arrived very much alive, and after a couple hour drip acclimation they went happily into their new home. Thanks Shrimp up!!
