Locally Bred: 

South-Shore Quebec

Origin

Selective captive-bred strain derived from Taiwan Bee shrimp (Caridina cantonensis)

Adult Size

2.5–3 cm (1–1.2 in)

Recommended Tank Size

20 L (5 gal) or larger

Temperature

20–24°C (68–75°F)

pH

5.5–6.8

Behavior

Peaceful • Social • Grazing Invertebrate

Best kept in groups of 6 or more. Like other Caridina shrimp, they thrive in stable, mature aquariums rich in biofilm.

Diet

Omnivore / Detritivore

Readily consumes:

• Biofilm
• Algae
• Shrimp foods
• Blanched vegetables
• Leaf litter and botanicals