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PisciDex Species Profile
Crystal Red Shrimp
Selectively bred bee shrimp variety that rewards stable soft-water setups but is less forgiving than Neocaridina shrimp.
Caridina cantonensis
Atyidae | East Asia | Taiwan
Core Requirements
Tank Size
5 gallons minimum
Adult Size
1.2 inches
Group Size
Group 10+
Bioload
1/10
Water Parameters
Temperature
68-76 F
pH
6-7.2
Plant Safe
Yes
Invert Safe
Yes
Data Confidence
Unknown
Behavior & Husbandry
Temperament
Peaceful
Aggression
1/10
Diet
Omnivore
Difficulty
Advanced
Lifespan
2 years
Breeding
Intermediate
Schooling
Yes
Compatibility Tags
Nano TankPeacefulSchoolingBottom DwellerPlant SafeInvert SafeShrimp SafeSoftwater
Species Compatibility
Database-driven compatibility notes for planning community aquariums.