Black Crystal Bee Shrimp Care Guide
Caridina cantonensis sp. 'bee'
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Bioload Score
200
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 3.0 cm / 1.2"
- Temperature
- 20–26°C (68–78°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.2
- Min Tank Size
- 19L (5 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous, requires a diet rich in vegetable matter and biofilm; commercial shrimp foods, blanched vegetables, and algae wafers are ideal.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for specific community tanks with small, non-aggressive fish. Care should be taken to ensure tank mates will not predate on the shrimp.
Good to Know
The Black Crystal Bee Shrimp is known for its striking black and white banded appearance.
Gender Differences
Females are larger and often have a more rounded abdomen than males.
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