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King Kong Shrimp
Caridina cf. cantonensis
Family: Atyidae
📍 China/Taiwan (captive developed)
Premium Caridina with heavy, mostly black patterning and bold white patches. More black than a standard Crystal Black Shrimp. Requires very soft, acidic water. Prized by serious shrimp breeders.
Keeping this species
- pH
- 5.8–6.8
- diet
- biofilm/specialist shrimp food
- minTankSize
- 10 gallons
- temperature
- 64–75°F (18–24°C)
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Temperature
64–75°F
18–24°C
Natural Habitat Temperature
59°F — 73°F seasonal range · (Jan low, Jun high)