{"title":"Caridina Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003eCaridina is a separate genus from Neocaridina. Here you will find the soft-water forms of Caridina cantonensis — Crystal Red, Crystal Black and Fancy Tiger — and the Amano shrimp (Caridina multidentata, often sold as Caridina japonica), the well-known algae eater.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrystal and Tiger forms need soft, slightly acidic water (pH 5.8–6.8, GH 4–6, KH 0–2): usually reverse-osmosis water remineralised with a GH+ salt, over an active soil substrate. Amano shrimp are far less demanding and do well in ordinary aquarium water. Check your water with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/water-hardness\"\u003efree hardness tool\u003c\/a\u003e; for hardy beginner shrimp see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/neocaridina-shrimp\"\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"caridina-japonica-amano-shrimp-set-of-5-the-algae-eater-in-the-aquarium-ideal-for-shrimp-complete-set","title":"Caridina Japonica Amano Shrimp – The algae eater in the aquarium, ideal for shrimp complete set","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"363\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"363\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eNatural aquarium cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e – Effectively removes algae, leftover food and debris for a clean and healthy aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"461\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"461\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eImpressive size\u003c\/strong\u003e – Females grow up to 5–6 cm, one of the largest dwarf shrimp in aquatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"564\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"564\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eExceptional lifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e – Lives 7 to 10 years with proper care, providing long-lasting enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"588\"\u003ePeaceful behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ideal for community tanks thanks to their calm and friendly nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eBeautiful camouflage color\u003c\/strong\u003e – Transparent to greenish-brown body with a fine dorsal line, perfect for planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"877\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"877\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eHelps maintain biological balance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Eats organic waste and reduces algae growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eEasy sex determination\u003c\/strong\u003e – Females with line patterns, males with dot patterns for easy distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aqua Breeding Skill","offers":[{"title":"10 pcs","offer_id":51858090361013,"sku":"SR-18","price":27.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 pcs","offer_id":51858090393781,"sku":"SR-18","price":48.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 pcs","offer_id":51858090426549,"sku":"SR-18","price":67.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 pcs","offer_id":51858090459317,"sku":"SR-18","price":73.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/4484\/2421\/files\/1_22b64abd-a7f9-4423-b53f-c43bc1ff0853.png?v=1758809814"},{"product_id":"red-crystal-shrimp-caridina-cantonensis-red-crystal","title":"Red Crystal Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis \"Red Crystal\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for Red Crystal shrimp? Crystal Red (CRS) is the classic red-and-white Caridina cantonensis — the shrimp that started the bee-shrimp hobby. A soft-water species that rewards careful keepers with intense colour and steady breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caridina cantonensis \"Red Crystal\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bred in our facility in Belgium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–24 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5–3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8–6.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0–2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium — for keepers with soft-water experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup size:\u003c\/strong\u003e minimum 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaridina cantonensis need soft, slightly acidic water: a low KH and stable, cool temperatures matter more than anything else. Most keepers use reverse-osmosis water remineralised with a shrimp-specific GH+ salt. Use an active soil substrate, keep the tank mature and well planted with mosses, acclimate very slowly and feed sparingly. Not suitable for untreated hard tap water — check your water with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/water-hardness\"\u003efree hardness tool\u003c\/a\u003e first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLive animals vary naturally in colour intensity and pattern. 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Crystal Black (CBS) is the black-and-white form of Caridina cantonensis, the same species as Crystal Red. 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Most keepers use reverse-osmosis water remineralised with a shrimp-specific GH+ salt. Use an active soil substrate, keep the tank mature and well planted with mosses, acclimate very slowly and feed sparingly. Not suitable for untreated hard tap water — check your water with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/water-hardness\"\u003efree hardness tool\u003c\/a\u003e first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLive animals vary naturally in colour intensity and pattern. 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