Crystal Black Shrimp
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Their elegant black and white coloration makes this one of the most sought after shrimp in the world!
Crystal Black Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis) are notorious for their striking black and white coloration that makes them stand out magnificently against any backdrop or substrate. We have offered these special shrimp in the past, and we are thrilled for the opportunity to offer them again to our newer customers!
These shrimp are A-S grade, meaning the intense coloration covers most or all of the body. Higher grades of Crystal Black Shrimp actually have more white coverage and less black coverage, and can be very difficult to keep as they are much more sensitive than these. Because of this, A-S grade CBS are the best starting point for anyone that wants to keep Crystal Black Shrimp. Also, though this is a matter of opinion, we personally find A-S grade shrimp to be the most beautiful.
We also have the same type of shrimp in red and white, called a "Crystal Red Shrimp." They will breed with these and produce either black/white or red/white offspring only, making an absolutely gorgeous-looking colony of striped shrimp. Additionally, we also offer a combo pack for these shrimp. Click the blue links for more details!
What We Like About This Shrimp:
Features unique and striking striped coloration
Completely peaceful with all non-aggressive tankmates
Safe with all plants
Excellent scavenger
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
Temperature: 70° - 78° F (21° - 26° C)
pH: 6.2 - 6.8
KH: 0 - 10 dKH
Minimum tank size: 2 gallons
Homebreed
Easy to care
Great tank cleaner
Great algae control
Able to eat leftover food
Breed readily in tank
Cool decoration
Hardy
Need to have filtration and planted tank
Size around 1cm
Will mix male and female shrimp
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