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Red King Kong Shrimp
Caridina cantonensis
Animalia›Arthropoda›Malacostraca
Variety of Crystal Red Shrimp · red king kong
📍 Southeast Asia (China)
The Red King Kong Shrimp is a high-grade Caridina morph with dense, solid red coloration and minimal to no white — the red equivalent of the Black King Kong. Requires pristine soft, acidic water and is best suited for experienced shrimp keepers.
Care Guide
Diet
Red King Kong Shrimp are omnivorous and require a varied diet of high-quality shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables (spinach, zucchini, cucumber), and occasional protein sources like frozen bloodworms or brine shrimp. Feed small amounts daily or every other day, removing uneaten food within 24 hours to maintain water quality. They will also graze on biofilm and algae in the tank.
Behavior
These shrimp are generally peaceful and spend most of their time foraging along the substrate and plants. They are primarily nocturnal but become more active during low-light periods. They are social with their own kind and should be kept in groups of at least 5-10 individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior.
Breeding
Breeding Red King Kong Shrimp in captivity is difficult and requires expert-level care with pristine water conditions, stable parameters, and excellent nutrition. Females carry eggs for 3-4 weeks before releasing shrimplets. Success rates are low due to their sensitivity to water parameter fluctuations and the high mortality rate of young shrimp.
Tank Mates
Similar water requirements and peaceful nature; may compete for food but generally compatible
Compatible Caridina species with similar soft, acidic water needs
Small, peaceful algae eater that won't prey on shrimp and prefers similar soft water
Provides shelter, biofilm grazing surface, and helps maintain water quality
Hardy plant that provides cover without being uprooted; shrimp won't damage it
Small, peaceful fish but requires slightly warmer temps; monitor for aggression toward shrimplets
Common Diseases
Bacterial Infection
White spots or patches on body, lethargy, loss of appetite, molting problems
Perform 25-30% water changes daily, improve filtration, maintain pristine water parameters, and consider antibacterial treatments if severe
Parasitic Infection
Excessive scratching, visible parasites on body, color fading, reduced activity
Quarantine affected shrimp, perform frequent water changes, increase aeration, and use species-safe parasite treatments
Molting Stress/Failure
Difficulty shedding exoskeleton, lethargy, inability to complete molt, death during molt
Ensure adequate calcium and minerals through supplementation, maintain stable pH and GH, provide proper nutrition, and avoid sudden parameter changes
Ammonia/Nitrite Poisoning
Erratic swimming, color loss, gasping at water surface, sudden death
Perform immediate large water changes (50%), check and clean filter, reduce bioload, test water parameters, and establish proper nitrogen cycle
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