Bee Shrimp (wild-type) Caridina cantonensis complex
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Caridina cantonensis complex
Origin region
Vietnam & SE Asia
Care level
Challenging
Level in tank
Bottom
Adult size (cm)
2.50
Minimum tank (L)
20
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–26.0
pH
6.00–6.80
GH (dGH)
2.0–8.0
KH (dKH)
0.5–4.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–0.00
Habitat & environment
Vietnam & SE Asia
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg layer; females carry eggs until hatching.
Notes
Wild ancestors of popular bee/tiger shrimp strains; soft, acidic water preferred.