PRL Crystal Shrimp
$29.00
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PRL Crystal Shrimp
$29.00
PRL Crystal Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis)
PRL (Pure Red Line) Crystal Shrimp are a selectively bred, high-grade line of Crystal Reds with intense red and white colouration and clean, solid banding. Bred for quality and consistency, they're a premium choice for serious Caridina keepers and breeders.
Care at a Glance:
- Minimum Tank Size: 20L with plants, moss, and hiding spots
- Temperature: 20–24°C
- pH Range: 6.0–6.8
- Water Hardness: Soft (GH 4–6, KH 0–2)
- Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
- Diet: Shrimp pellets, algae wafers, blanched spinach, biofilm grazing
- Max Size: 2.5–3cm
- Lifespan: 1–2 years
- Care Level: Moderate to difficult (needs soft, acidic, stable water)
Tank Mates: Best in a shrimp-only tank; small peaceful fish in a larger tank, but expect some predation on shrimplets.
Origin: Captive-bred line (wild ancestors from China)