Blue Bolt Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis)
Quick facts
Scientific nameCaridina cantonensis
Care levelHard
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Adult size1 in
Minimum tank size5
Water parametersTemp 68-75°F, pH 5.5-6.5, GH 4-6 dGH
Diet and feeding
omnivore
Keeper notes
Breeds in freshwater but demanding; Taiwan bee genetics, sensitive to parameter swings. A premium Taiwan bee with a blue head fading to white tail. Needs soft, acidic RO-remineralized water over active buffering substrate with very stable parameters and low TDS. Feed biofilm and high-grade shrimp foods. Highly copper sensitive and intolerant of swings — for experienced keepers only.
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