Taitibee Shrimp

Caridina sp. (Taitibee)

Animalia›Arthropoda

Taitibee Shrimp are a selectively bred Caridina variety prized for their striking red and white (or black and white) banded coloration, featuring bold stripes across the body and legs. These compact shrimp display excellent color intensity when kept in optimal soft, acidic water conditions. They are moderately challenging to keep but rewarding for dedicated aquarists seeking a visually stunning nano shrimp.

At a glance

Size: 1.2 in; 3 cm
Min tank: 5 gal; 19 L
Group: 10+
Temp: 72–75°F; 22–24°C
pH: 5.5-6.5
GH: 71–107 ppm; 4–6 dGH
Temperament: Peaceful
Swims: Bottom
Lifespan: 1-2 yrs

Ammonia 0 ppm and nitrate under 20 ppm.

Care

Diet

Taitibee Shrimp are primarily detritivores that graze on biofilm, algae, and decaying plant matter throughout the day. Supplement with high-quality shrimp-specific foods such as Shirakura or Mosura pellets 2-3 times weekly, and occasionally offer blanched vegetables like spinach or zucchini. Avoid overfeeding, as uneaten food degrades water quality in small tanks.

Behavior

Taitibee Shrimp are active grazers that spend most of their time foraging on substrate and hardscape surfaces. They are generally social within their colony and exhibit natural molting cycles every 4-6 weeks; provide plenty of plants and moss for security during vulnerable post-molt periods. Males may display mild competition for females but rarely cause serious injury.

Breeding

Taitibee Shrimp require stable soft, acidic water (pH 5.5-6.5, GH 4-6) to breed successfully; females produce small batches of 20-30 shrimplets that develop fully in the mother's saddle before release. Breeding is moderately difficult compared to hardy Neocaridina and demands consistent water parameters and excellent nutrition. Newborns are tiny and require abundant biofilm and fine foods to survive.

Tank mates

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Otocinclus

Small, peaceful algae eater that shares bottom zone without competing for food or harassing shrimp

excellent

Ember Tetra

Tiny, non-aggressive fish that occupy mid-water column and do not prey on adult shrimp

good

Chili Rasbora

Nano fish with gentle temperament; minimal interaction with shrimp in planted tanks

good

Amano Shrimp

Larger shrimp may outcompete or occasionally harass Taitibee; only combine if tank is well-planted and spacious

caution

Java Moss

Essential plant providing biofilm, grazing surface, and molting security for the colony

excellent

No state or federal restrictions on record.

Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date. Rules vary by state and change over time; check with your state wildlife or agriculture agency before buying, keeping or shipping it.

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