Neocaridina davidi ”Red Rili”
| Scientific name | Neocaridina davidi ”Red Rili” |
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| IUCN category | NE |
| Family | Atyidae |
| Genus | Neocaridina |
Introduction
Neocaridina davidi ”Red Rili” is a variety of crustacea from selections from Neocaridina davidi ”Red Cherry”.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Type
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Average size2 cm
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Maximum size3 cm
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Type
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Average size2 cm
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Maximum size3 cm
How to recognize Neocaridina davidi ”Red Rili” ?
Neocaridina davidi ”Red Rili” measures between 2 and 3 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal.
Of elongated form, like all the shrimps, it has 5 pairs of legs and a segmented carapace at the level of the abdomen which ends in a tail in fan cut for swimming.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilityliving in colonies
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territorialNo
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VenomousNo
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Way of livingdiurnal
Like all crustaceans, Neocaridina davidi ”Red Rili” molts whenever it becomes cramped in its shell. Before the hardening of its new body, it is more vulnerable and spends a good part of its time hidden. This mechanism, very complex, allows the periodic renewal of the exoskeleton and part of the internal skeleton. It is also during the moult that the females become fertile.
Neocaridina davidi ”Red Rili” is a crustacea living in colonies naturally found near the bottom. This species is scavenger . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
n general, this species does not care much about other animals crossing its path.
The cilia located on the legs and tail facilitate swimming, which is done in leaps when the abdominal muscles contract.
Reproduction
It is an exclusively freshwater species, the whole reproduction process takes place in fresh water. This species follows a mode of reproduction called "direct development". After several weeks of incubation, the female gives birth to fully formed juveniles ready to fend for themselves.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Geographic distribution & Conservation
This species is a "domestic" animal resulting from selection. It has no natural range.What is its habitat?
Captive breeding species
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