Question 1

Where can I buy freshwater shrimp online in the UK?

Accepted Answer

The Shrimp Factory UK sells freshwater shrimp online and delivers nationwide across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The range covers Neocaridina, Caridina, Sulawesi and OE Series shrimp, alongside premium and non cross breeding lines. Orders placed before 11am are dispatched the same day, and delivery is free on UK orders over 150 pounds.

Question 2

What types of shrimp does The Shrimp Factory UK sell?

Accepted Answer

The Shrimp Factory UK stocks Neocaridina shrimp such as Fire Red, Blue Dream, Orange Sunkist, Green Jade, White Pearl and Rili varieties, Caridina shrimp including PRL, Hino and Taiwan Bee lines, Sulawesi shrimp, OE Series Orange Eye shrimp such as OE Blue Dream and OE Red Demon, premium high grade shrimp and non cross breeding species for mixed colour tanks.

Question 3

Does The Shrimp Factory UK guarantee live arrival?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every order from The Shrimp Factory UK is covered by a live arrival guarantee, subject to the published terms and conditions. All shrimp complete an extended quarantine period, are raised in remineralised reverse osmosis water matched to their species parameters, and are hand picked and individually inspected on the day of dispatch.

Question 4

How quickly does The Shrimp Factory UK dispatch orders?

Accepted Answer

Orders placed before 11am are dispatched the same day. Saturday premium delivery is available, and customers can request a specific delivery day that suits them. Shipping is free on UK orders over 150 pounds.

Question 5

Which shrimp are best for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Neocaridina shrimp are the best starting point for beginners because they tolerate a wider range of water parameters than Caridina or Sulawesi species and breed readily in a mature, stable aquarium. Popular beginner varieties include Fire Red, Blue Dream and Orange Sunkist, with individual shrimp starting from around 3.49 pounds and group offers available for stocking a new colony.

Question 6

Can different shrimp species be kept in the same tank?

Accepted Answer

Colour varieties within the same species will interbreed and revert to wild type over generations. The Shrimp Factory UK offers a dedicated non cross breeding range of species selected specifically so multiple colours can be kept in one aquarium without hybridising.

Question 7

Does The Shrimp Factory UK sell aquarium plants?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Shrimp Factory UK is an official Tropica dealer and supplies aquascaping plants, aquarium soil and botanicals including catappa leaves, cones, pods and wood, all selected as shrimp safe and hand inspected before dispatch.

Question 8

How do I contact The Shrimp Factory UK?

Accepted Answer

The Shrimp Factory UK can be contacted by email at info@theshrimpfactory.co.uk or by WhatsApp text message. Support is available Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:30, both before and after sale.

Premium Freshwater Shrimp, Bred and Shipped UK-wide

A strict quarantine policy. All shrimps under go extensive quarantine, guaranteeing healthy shrimps on delivery

At our facilities, we produce ultra-pure water that is precisely remineralised to meet the parameters of each shrimp species, ensuring healthy, vibrant, active animals.

We send plants & shrimps that are in healthy condition, hand picked and closely inspected before dispatch. We are an official Tropica dealer.

Same day dispatch with orders placed before 11am. Saturday Premium service available, or convenient day to receive by request.