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Have you heard of these uncommon shrimp | Babaulti shrimp

by Emily Dourm March 22, 2024 2 min read

Have you heard of these uncommon shrimp | Babaulti shrimp

Babaulti shrimp are a diverse group with very little research however, what we do know is that the majority of shrimp within this species come from India. While they are considered Caridina Shrimp, they are much hardier than a typical Caridina and can often adjust to neocaridina parameters. The cool thing about these shrimp is they can come in a variety of colors like brown, green, yellow, red, and my favorite - the Sunkist orange color, and some even have zebra stripes!

For now, we’re going to highlight the Zebra Babulti and the Green Babulti.

 

The Zebra Babaulti 

The Zebra Babaultiare absolutely stunning shrimp. They are a wild color form and breed easily in freshwater. They are hardy and are a great alternative to Neocaridinashrimp as they don’t require special attention. They tend to be accepting of a multitude of water parameters including Neocaridina parameters.

 

 

 


The Green Babaulti

The care for Green Babaulti shrimp is similar in care to the Zebra babulti. While these rare Green Babaulti Shrimp may have little to no coloring as juveniles, they color up nicely as they become adults. Don't let the name fool you though. While they can be completely green, most of them also have a Sunkist orange coloring layered over the top of their primarily green bodies. Regardless, they are a great way to add a pop of color to your aquarium!  

In conclusion, Babaulti shrimp offer aquarists a fascinating combination of vivid colors, ease of care, and adaptability. Despite their limited research, these shrimp species, particularly the Zebra and Green varieties, stand out for their striking appearances and hardy nature. Whether seeking an alternative to more common species or simply aiming to add a vibrant touch to the aquarium, Babaulti shrimp prove to be an excellent choice.

How to care for your Babaulti 

What we recommend to feed your Babaulti Shrimp

NorthFin Bundle featuring Community food, Kelp Wafers, Veggie food, and Bug Pro

What we recommend for you Babaulti Shrimp 

Photo credit for the Zebra Babaulti goes toNico Nic from Germany - Thank you for the amazing picture of this Caridina Babaulti sp. Zebra Striped!

Emily Dourm
Emily Dourm



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