The Chameleon Ninja Shrimp

are freshwater shrimps native to northern Australia, primarily found in the Northern Territory (NT) and Western Australia (WA). These shrimps are ideal for planted aquariums, growing up to a maximum length of 3cm, although they typically remain under 2cm. They are adaptable to a wide temperature range of 24-30°C and prefer acidic to neutral pH levels, along with soft to neutral water hardness. Due to their small size, it is recommended to maintain a low water flow to prevent shrimplets from being inadvertently drawn into filters.These shrimps are aptly named for their ability to change colors, influenced by factors such as age, breeding stages, diet, and environmental conditions. Their color spectrum includes colorless/clear, black, brown, red, orange, green, and blue, with shades of red being the most common. Easy to breed in freshwater, they serve as diligent scavengers, feeding on microfilm, decaying organic matter, and algae, thus aiding in aquarium cleanliness. Target feeding with shrimp snow and fresh vegetables is appreciated by these shrimps.