Tangerine Tiger Bee Shrimp

Tangerine Tiger Bee Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis)

A selectively bred Caridina variant with a warm tangerine-orange body and subtle dark tiger stripes, the Tangerine Tiger is a striking and sought-after shrimp for dedicated shrimp keepers. Like all bee shrimp, it needs soft, acidic water and a mature, stable tank to thrive.

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 such as tetras or rasboras in a larger tank, but expect some predation on shrimplets.

Origin: Captive-bred variant (wild ancestors from China)