Crystal Red Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis)

The classic red-and-white bee shrimp, the Crystal Red features bold white bands contrasted with vivid red markings. One of the most popular Caridina in the hobby, it’s a rewarding shrimp for keepers with soft, acidic water and a mature, stable tank.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 20L with plants, moss, and hiding spots
• Temperature: 2024C
• pH Range: 6.06.8
• Water Hardness: Soft (GH 46, KH 02)
• Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
• Diet: Shrimp pellets, algae wafers, blanched spinach, biofilm grazing
• Max Size: 2.53cm
• Lifespan: 12 years
• Care Level: Moderate to difficult (needs soft, acidic, stable water)

Tank Mates:Best in a shrimp-only tank; small peaceful fish in a larger tank, but expect some predation on shrimplets.

Origin:Captive-bred variant (wild ancestors from China)