{"product_id":"crystal-red-caridina","title":"Crystal Red Caridina - Caridina cantonensis var. Crystal Red","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"847\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"107\"\u003eCrystal Red Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"148\"\u003eCaridina cantonensis var. Crystal Red\u003c\/em\u003e) is a highly sought-after freshwater shrimp known for its striking red and white coloration. Originally bred from the wild Bee Shrimp, this delicate species is popular among aquarists for its vibrant patterns and unique appearance. Crystal Red Shrimp thrive in well-maintained, heavily planted tanks with stable water parameters and minimal fluctuations. They prefer soft, slightly acidic water and do best in shrimp-only or carefully selected community setups to avoid predation. Like other Caridina shrimp, they are excellent scavengers, constantly foraging for biofilm, algae, and detritus. Due to their sensitivity, they require high water quality and should not be kept with aggressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"913\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"913\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Advanced (requires stable water conditions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"944\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"944\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"976\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"976\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 1.2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1014\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1014\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 5 gallons minimum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1049\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1049\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 68°F to 74°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1116\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1116\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (algae, biofilm, high-quality shrimp food)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1140\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1140\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 5.8 to 6.8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1279\" class=\"\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eShrimp are best kept with their own variation to avoid hybridization and are not recommended with fish, as they may become prey.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1335\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eThis listing is for 1 Crystal Red Caridina Shrimp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44134117376222,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo_c76bf674-ca83-49a4-aa92-26174c534b16.png?v=1741201181","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/crystal-red-caridina","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}