Black King Kong Shrimp

Caridina cantonensis var.

A Black King Kong variety of Crystal Red Shrimp.

Elite black Caridina variety; most demanding of the crystal/taiwan bee types.

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Stocking picked for youCompatible fish & invertebrates, chosen and quantified for the tank.
Exact shopping listEvery plant, stone and piece of gear — with how much of each to buy.
Step-by-step setupSubstrate, cycling, planting and stocking, in the right order.
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Care at a glance

shrimpType
1"Adult size
5 galMinimum tank
6+Group size
peacefulTemperament
68-74°FTemperature
5.8-6.6pH
2-5GH
Biofilm, algae, specialised shrimp foodDiet
allSwimming zone
difficultCare level
YesPlant-safe

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