Great color. Came with a few more than I ordered which was awesome. Only downside was the packaging. There was a slow leak in the bag and a good portion of water was depleted. But all shrimp arrived alive.
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Yellow Golden Back Shrimp (Bright Yellow Neocaridina)
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp (Bright Yellow Neocaridina)
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Yellow Golden Back Shrimp for Sale – Bright Yellow Neocaridina
Looking to buy Yellow Golden Back Shrimp online with vivid yellow coloration, a striking golden dorsal stripe, breeding-age size, and beginner-friendly Neocaridina care? Our Yellow Golden Back Shrimp are selected for bright yellow color and a clearly visible back stripe, with flexible pack sizes for planted aquariums, nano tanks, and dedicated breeding colonies.
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp are a colorful freshwater dwarf shrimp variety that stands out especially well against dark substrate, green plants, moss, and driftwood. Their peaceful behavior, constant grazing, and straightforward Neocaridina care make them an excellent choice for both newer shrimp keepers and experienced breeders.
Breeding-Age SizeApproximately 1/2 to 1 inch.
Distinctive Golden BackBright yellow body with a contrasting dorsal stripe.
Flexible Pack Sizes1, 5, 10, 20 shrimp, or Breeder Pack.
Special Breeder Pack10 total shrimp with approximately 7 females and 3 males.
Which pack size should you choose?
- 1 shrimp: Best for adding an individual to an established Yellow Golden Back colony.
- 5 shrimp: Ideal for expanding an existing group.
- 10 shrimp: A practical starter colony for many mature shrimp-only tanks.
- 20 shrimp: Gives you immediate visual impact and a larger starting population.
- Breeder Pack: 10 breeding-age shrimp with approximately 7 females and 3 males for hobbyists focused on starting a breeding colony.
Select your preferred pack size using the product options above this description.
Why Buy Yellow Golden Back Shrimp From Shrimp Up Aquatics?
- Bright Yellow Coloration that contrasts beautifully against plants, moss, driftwood, and dark aquascapes.
- Distinct Golden Dorsal Stripe that gives this Neocaridina line its signature appearance.
- Beginner-Friendly Care when housed in a mature, fully cycled freshwater aquarium.
- Peaceful Temperament suited for dedicated shrimp tanks and carefully selected nano community setups.
- Constant Grazing Action on biofilm, soft algae, and natural aquarium surfaces.
- True Freshwater Breeding with no saltwater larval stage required.
- Breeding-Age Livestock shipped at approximately 1/2 to 1 inch in size.
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp are an excellent choice if you want a single-color Neocaridina colony with vivid visual appeal and approachable upkeep. To compare other color lines, browse our complete Neocaridina Shrimp collection.
What Do Yellow Golden Back Shrimp Look Like?
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp are selectively bred Neocaridina with a bright yellow body and a lighter golden stripe running along the top of the back. Individual shrimp naturally vary slightly in shade, stripe intensity, sex, maturity, and pigment density.
Mature females are typically larger and broader through the abdomen, while males are usually slimmer and may appear slightly more translucent. These natural differences are normal within the same healthy colony.
Our product gallery shows multiple examples of the Shrimp Up Aquatics Yellow Golden Back line so you can evaluate the natural range of yellow coloration and dorsal striping rather than relying on one isolated hero image.
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp Water Parameters
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp are adaptable Neocaridina, but they still require stable water conditions and a fully cycled aquarium.
Our recommended range for Yellow Golden Back systems is:
| Parameter | Recommended Range |
|---|---|
| pH | 7.0–7.8 |
| GH | 7–8 dGH |
| KH | 3–4 dKH |
| TDS | 200–250 ppm |
| Temperature | 65–74°F |
| Ammonia | 0 ppm |
| Nitrite | 0 ppm |
Your aquarium does not need to match every number exactly. Stable, predictable water conditions in a mature, cycled tank are far more important than constantly dosing chemicals to chase a specific reading.
For a deeper breakdown of pH, GH, KH, TDS, and temperature, read our Neocaridina Shrimp Water Parameters Guide.
Best Tank Setup for Yellow Golden Back Shrimp
A mature, biologically stable aquarium is more important than complicated equipment.
Tank Size
A well-maintained 5-gallon aquarium can support a growing colony, while a 10-gallon or larger system provides more water volume, grazing surface, and stability for newer keepers.
Filtration
A mature sponge filter is an excellent choice for a dedicated shrimp tank because it provides gentle biological filtration, oxygenation, grazing surface, and shrimplet-safe intake flow. If using a hang-on-back or canister filter, protect the intake with a pre-filter sponge.
Plants & Moss
Live plants and moss provide natural cover, biofilm growth, and excellent visual contrast with yellow shrimp. Dense moss is especially valuable for newly hatched shrimplets. Browse our live aquarium plants collection when preparing your tank.
Substrate
Dark inert sand or fine aquarium gravel provides strong visual contrast with bright yellow shrimp while keeping water chemistry simple and predictable.
What Do Yellow Golden Back Shrimp Eat?
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp spend much of the day grazing on naturally occurring biofilm, microorganisms, soft algae, and organic material throughout the aquarium.
They are useful grazers, but they do not replace proper filtration, water changes, balanced lighting, or basic tank maintenance.
Established colonies benefit from supplemental shrimp foods, algae-based wafers, botanicals, and occasional measured protein sources. Feed conservatively; excess food quickly becomes excess waste.
Explore our shrimp food and aquarium botanicals.
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp Breeding
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp breed readily in freshwater when mature males and females are kept in stable conditions. Berried females carry fertilized eggs beneath the abdomen until fully formed miniature shrimplets hatch directly into the aquarium.
A strong breeding setup includes:
- A fully cycled, mature aquarium
- Stable water parameters
- Sponge filtration or a protected filter intake
- Dense plants, moss, and biofilm-rich surfaces
- Consistent feeding without overfeeding
- Low predation pressure
- A balanced group of mature males and females
Our Yellow Golden Back Breeder Pack includes 10 breeding-age shrimp with approximately 7 females and 3 males, giving hobbyists a more breeding-focused starting group.
For a complete colony framework, read our Complete Neocaridina Shrimp Breeding Guide.
Can Yellow Golden Back Shrimp Live With Fish?
They can coexist with select peaceful nano fish, but no fish should be considered completely safe around newborn shrimp.
Healthy adult shrimp generally do well with small, non-aggressive community fish, but tiny shrimplets are vulnerable to predation. If your main goal is breeding output and colony survival, a dedicated shrimp-only aquarium is the safest setup.
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp Price & Pack Options
When comparing Yellow Golden Back Shrimp prices online, use the live product options above rather than static articles or cached search results. Pricing changes based on pack size.
- 1 shrimp
- 5 shrimp
- 10 shrimp
- 20 shrimp
- 10-shrimp Breeder Pack (approximately 7F / 3M)
This lets you choose the quantity that makes sense for your aquarium, whether you are adding a few animals to an existing colony or starting a dedicated breeding setup.
Acclimating Yellow Golden Back Shrimp After Delivery
Shipping water can differ from your aquarium in temperature, pH, GH, KH, and TDS. Introduce new shrimp gradually to reduce osmotic stress.
Review our step-by-step Freshwater Shrimp Acclimation Guide for the recommended process.
Live Arrival & DOA Policy: Livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee / DOA Policy. Review the policy before purchase for arrival, documentation, and claim requirements.
Ready to add Yellow Golden Back Shrimp to your aquarium?
Select your preferred 1, 5, 10, 20-shrimp pack, or Breeder Pack above, then add your livestock to cart.
For many mature dedicated shrimp tanks, a 10-shrimp pack is a practical starter colony. Choose the Breeder Pack when your priority is a more breeding-focused male-to-female ratio.
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp FAQ
Are Yellow Golden Back Shrimp beginner-friendly?
Yes. Yellow Golden Back Shrimp are Neocaridina and are generally beginner-friendly when introduced to a mature, fully cycled aquarium with stable water parameters.
What makes Yellow Golden Back Shrimp different from standard yellow shrimp?
The defining feature is the lighter golden dorsal stripe running along the top of the bright yellow body. Stripe intensity varies naturally from shrimp to shrimp.
How big are Yellow Golden Back Shrimp when shipped?
Our Yellow Golden Back Shrimp are approximately 1/2 to 1 inch and are sold at breeding age.
How many Yellow Golden Back Shrimp should I buy to start?
Five shrimp can expand an existing group, while around 10 shrimp is a practical starter colony for many mature shrimp-only tanks. A 20-pack provides a larger starting population. Choose the Breeder Pack when you want a more breeding-focused sex ratio.
What is included in the Yellow Golden Back Breeder Pack?
The Breeder Pack includes 10 breeding-age Yellow Golden Back Shrimp with approximately 7 females and 3 males.
What water parameters do Yellow Golden Back Shrimp require?
We recommend pH 7.0–7.8, GH 7–8 dGH, KH 3–4 dKH, TDS 200–250 ppm, temperature 65–74°F, with ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm.
Do Yellow Golden Back Shrimp need a heater?
Not always. If the room keeps the aquarium consistently within a safe temperature range, a heater may be unnecessary. A heater is useful where room temperatures fluctuate significantly.
Do Yellow Golden Back Shrimp eat algae?
Yes. They actively graze on soft algae and biofilm, but they should not be treated as a substitute for regular aquarium maintenance.
Can Yellow Golden Back Shrimp breed in freshwater?
Yes. They reproduce entirely in freshwater. Females carry eggs until miniature shrimplets hatch directly into the aquarium.
Can Yellow Golden Back Shrimp interbreed with other Neocaridina colors?
Yes. They can interbreed with Red Cherry, Blue Dream, Orange, Green Jade, and other Neocaridina color morphs. Mixed-color breeding can produce increasingly wild-type coloration over generations, so keep color lines separate if you want to preserve a yellow line.
Can Yellow Golden Back Shrimp live with community fish?
They can live with small, peaceful fish, but fish may prey on newborn shrimplets. A dedicated shrimp-only tank provides the highest breeding and survival rates.
How should I acclimate my new Yellow Golden Back Shrimp?
Use a gradual drip or multi-step acclimation process so the shrimp can adjust to your aquarium's temperature and mineral content. Follow the linked Freshwater Shrimp Acclimation Guide for full instructions.
Buy Yellow Golden Back Shrimp Online Today
Yellow Golden Back Shrimp combine vivid yellow color, a distinctive dorsal stripe, peaceful behavior, active grazing, and approachable Neocaridina care.
They are an excellent choice for planted aquariums, nano tanks, and dedicated breeding colonies.
Choose your Yellow Golden Back Shrimp pack above and start or expand your colony today.
Want to compare other color lines first? Browse all available Neocaridina Shrimp for sale at Shrimp Up Aquatics.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 275 reviews.
The business had great communication and updates on shipping were relayed by email in addition to the automated process. I had a few DOA on my first order which were replaced and the new batch arrived with no casualties. Correspondence was friendly and appreciative. Thank you
Great customer service
This was my first time ordering from the business. I ordered the breeder pack of gold back shrimp. They had good communication, replaced any shrimp that were DOA and the replacement order arrived with no casualties. The seller is conscientious and only ships in good climate conditions for the well-being of the marine life and so your order arrives to your satisfaction. Thank you 👌
Arrived alive and well
All of my shrimp arrived intact and alive (+1 odd colored shrimp). I will buy from them again.
Deep coloration, beautiful! The only downside is that all 5 shrimps are male.
Great shrimp, she came with a small brood of eggs that hatched so now I have bright yellow babies too
Quality of the shrimp seem good. However, I wished I had known that multiple types of shrimps in my order would be bagged together. It's frustrating to try and separate them out as I keep the different types in their own tanks. So my golden backs were packed with a skittles pack and approx 7 shrimp were DOA. Looking like they had been squished almost. Other reviews talked about having a couple extra in their orders, I did not have such luck.
Bright and really robust, healthy critters
So far, so good. Ordered a breeder pack. Got 10. 2 died in transit so I have 8 in the tank. A bit fewer than I was hoping but they seem to be happy. Saw some molts today hope to have babies at some point.
This is my second time ordering. I previously ordered a 5 pack of skittles, and they are doing great, so I wanted to add to my colony. I ordered the breeder pack of golden backs. I received exactly 10 shrimp, and they arrived really quick and all of them were alive. They have been in my tank for two weeks and are thriving. When I first saw them in the shipping bag, I was a bit disappointed because they looked dull and I was hoping for brighter colors, but once they got in my tank under the light, they brightened up and are beautiful. Very very happy with both my orders from Shimp Up Aquatics!
So happy with my shrimp. Arrived healthy and colorful.
It was my first time buying anything alive online , and they all made it
Ordered 10 shrimp and got 16! At least two were pregnant, One of the pregnant ones passed away after a couple days, but that is pretty common with the stress levels. They were a little pale when they shipped, but as they grew up, their colors have brightened up and they are starting to breed. Will be buying again
Good quick shipping. Good quality shrimp. Lost about half but still strong with maybe 7-8.
Ordered 10 shrimp, the store shipped 17 and only 1 didn't make it. A couple days later noticed a tiny baby shrimp in my tank.
Ordered 10 got 14 in the mail with no DOAs! Already have some berried females :)
Arrived 3 days ahead of what it originally estimated! All came in alive and well with a few extra. Thank you so much, definitely will buy again!
Came very healthy and happy! I’m so pleased with these little guys. Great service and came perfectly on time
The yellow shrimp all came alive during my summertime shipment, which I was surprised about. I was very happy with their vibrancy. They are true, healthy yellow shrimp.
The goldens look great in my set up!
I just received my shrimp a couple of weeks ago and I already have baby shrimp. Just saw 4 of them today. They're so cute! All of my shrimp arrived alive. A couple died after putting them in the water, but the remaining ones are thriving. I can't wait to see the babies grow up! I will definitely order again!
I had a great experience ordering from this company the shrimps are healthy and beautiful. When i ordered a seco d time 2 of the shrimps were dead i submitted pictures and just 2 weeks after i received more shrimps to replace the ones that were dead at arrival.
I ordered the breeder pack of Yellow Golden back shrimp. It was supposed to be 10, but they must have shipped 20! Good thing because they were dying fast when they got here, but after counting the losses and some adjustment losses, I have 10 healthy shrimp in my tank. Unfortunately, it was mostly females that died, so I think I have 8 males and only two females now, but maybe they'll multiply in a few months. I wouldn't hestitate to order again, I would just always pay for the fastest shipping. Wish they had a FedEx overnight option like some of my other stores I order from online. All in all, a good experience and beautiful shrimp.
I'm not sure which shrimp had babies in transit but they arrived with babies galore. Everyone appeared healthy. I ordered 5 yellow, 5 red, and 5 orange. Ended up with 3 orange, some dead bits looked to be in the package but overall very happy with my order.
Shipping was 2 days faster than expected. Customer service has been easy and wonderful to work with. After a 1hr drip acclimation the shrimps are happy and adjusting perfectly! Beautiful and vibrant colors (unlike what the others guy sent me) 10/10 would recommend
always a great experience! wonderful packing, these arrived next day, & are thriving. ordered 4, none DOA.
They really stand out against our blue gravel.
Great shrimp! I got more for my second tank!
Absolutely beautiful shrimp. Beautifully packed, and a lovely size (and all of them survived the bumpy journey!). They’re settling into the aquarium well and some are already eating! These are truly superb specimens!
Good looking shrimp
When the box was delivered it was soaking wet, smashed, and busted open on the side. Packing material was spilling out. I expected to find a popped bag with no water and dead shrimp. To my surprise, the double bagged shrimp were just fine. I acclimated them to the tank and released them. A couple females were already holding a bunch of eggs under their tails. Even though the carrier seemed to try to kill them, they all survived and are doing just fine.
Completely satisfied with our order. Shrimp up took good care to replace my missing shrimp I ordered 20 received 18. To my surprise they sent out four for the two that was missing. All my shrimp are brightly colored I have at least one berried already. Completely satisfied and would highly recommend.
Love my yellow golden back! The initial shipment had 5 DOA from the breeder pack that we had and the replacement 5 arrived all alive! They are really active! Can’t wait to see them breed!
Everything was amazing!
Order was packaged securely, shipped promptly, and matched the listing description. Seller maintained clear communication throughout the process
Everything was simply perfect. Professionalism at its best.
Look awesome and are very nice! I ordered 10 and 5 came DOA and am waiting for them to arrive
