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- Vendor: Fiora Aquatic
Black crystal shrimp
QAR 35,00
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Product description
Common Names:
- Black Crystal Shrimp
- Black Bee Shrimp
- Black Crystal Bee Shrimp
Species Profile
- Scientific Name: Caridina cantonensis (Black Crystal variety)
- Origin: Taiwan (selectively bred from Bee Shrimp line)
- Size: 2–2.5 cm
- Lifespan: 1.5–2 years
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Difficulty Level: Moderate to advanced
Appearance
Black Crystal Shrimp are known for their premium contrast patterns:
- Deep black and white banding (Bee pattern)
- Some strains are fully dark “Black King Kong” style
- High-grade individuals have solid black bodies with minimal white
- Transparent or white accents on legs and tail
Grading depends on pattern density and color intensity.
Tank Requirements
| Requirement | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | 20–40 liters+ |
| Temperature | 20–24°C (cooler preferred) |
| pH | 5.5–6.8 |
| GH | Soft water (important) |
| Setup | Moss, active substrate, sponge filter |
Important:
- Requires stable, soft, mineral-controlled water
- Sensitive to ammonia, nitrite, and copper
- Best kept in dedicated shrimp tanks
Behavior
- Very peaceful and shy compared to Neocaridina
- Constant grazing on biofilm and moss
- Best kept in colonies of 10+
- Prefers low-stress environments
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Black crystal shrimp
QAR 35,00