Mosura Shrimp

Caridina logemanni

📍 Taiwan selective breeding

Mosura Shrimp are a selectively bred Taiwan Bee variant featuring striking black and white banding patterns with deep red or orange accents on the legs and body. These highly ornamental shrimp display the classic "mosura" pattern—bold contrasting stripes that make them one of the most visually distinctive Caridina varieties. They are prized by advanced hobbyists for their intense coloration and challenging care requirements.

Size1.25"

Min Tank10g

School10+

peaceful

Zonebottom

Care Guide

Diet

Mosura Shrimp are detritivores that thrive on biofilm, decaying plant matter, and algae naturally present in established tanks. Supplement with high-quality specialized shrimp foods such as Mosura or Shirakura products designed for Taiwan Bee variants, and occasional blanched vegetables like spinach or zucchini. Feed small amounts 2-3 times weekly, removing uneaten food after 24 hours.

Behavior

These shrimp are active grazers that spend most of their time foraging along the substrate and plant surfaces for food particles and biofilm. They are relatively shy and will hide frequently, especially during molting periods when they are vulnerable. Colony dynamics are peaceful; they may gather in groups but do not exhibit aggressive territorial behavior.

Breeding

Mosura Shrimp require stable, soft acidic water (pH 5.5-6.5, GH 4-6) to breed successfully and maintain vibrant coloration. Females produce small batches of 20-30 shrimplets that are born fully formed and independent. Breeding is possible in home aquaria but requires meticulous water parameter management and excellent water quality; fry survival rates improve with dense plant growth and minimal predation.

Tank Mates

Otocinclus

Small, peaceful algae eater that does not prey on shrimp

excellent

Ember Tetra

Tiny, non-aggressive fish that coexist peacefully with shrimp colonies

good

Chili Rasbora

Micro rasbora that is too small to threaten shrimp and shares similar water preferences

good

Amano Shrimp

Larger shrimp species that can cohabitate without aggression toward Mosura

good

Java Moss

Dense plant growth provides shelter, biofilm, and grazing surfaces essential for shrimp

excellent

Anubias Nana

Hardy plant that creates hiding spots and supports biofilm development

excellent

Common Diseases

Molting Failure / Incomplete Molt

Symptoms

Shrimp unable to fully shed exoskeleton; partial molt with body stuck in old shell; lethargy and loss of appetite

Treatment

Ensure adequate mineral content via GH boosters (e.g., Salty Shrimp GH+); maintain pH 5.5-6.5 and stable parameters; increase plant density for tannins; perform 25% water changes weekly

Muscular Necrosis (Black Death)

Symptoms

Black discoloration on body and limbs; muscle tissue breakdown; rapid death within days

Treatment

Maintain pristine water quality with 0 ammonia/nitrite; perform 50% water change immediately; ensure adequate mineral supplementation; isolate affected individuals; may be irreversible if advanced

Vorticella / Fungal Infection

Symptoms

White fuzzy coating on body and appendages; lethargy; difficulty molting; cloudy appearance

Treatment

Increase water changes to 50% every 2-3 days; add Indian almond leaves or driftwood for tannins; maintain optimal pH and GH; avoid copper-based treatments (lethal to shrimp); consider salt baths (1-2 tsp per gallon) for 10-15 minutes if severe

Copper Toxicity

Symptoms

Sudden death or paralysis; erratic swimming; loss of color; gill damage

Treatment

Perform immediate 50% water change; use copper-free medications and fertilizers exclusively; verify tap water source for copper contamination; use RO water if necessary; activated carbon in filter may help remove residual copper