{"product_id":"black-galaxy-shrimp-mix","title":"Black Galaxy Shrimp Mix","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCaridina cantonensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Galaxy Shrimp \/ Black Galaxy Pinto Shrimp\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Galaxy Shrimp are premium Caridina prized for their dramatic black-and-white coloration and distinctive spotted “galaxy” patterning. Their markings can include white facial spots, broken patterns, bands, and varying amounts of white coverage against a deep black base. Because Aqua Huna sells these specifically as a \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Galaxy Shrimp Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e, individual patterns and coloration should be expected to vary considerably. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Galaxy Shrimp are more demanding than common Neocaridina shrimp and are best suited to established Caridina aquariums. They thrive in \u003cstrong\u003esoft, acidic water with extremely low KH\u003c\/strong\u003e, and stability is especially important for successful molting and breeding. Specialty Galaxy Pinto care recommendations center around approximately pH 5.8–6.6, GH 4–6, KH 0–1 and TDS 90–150 ppm. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1–1.25 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 gallons; \u003cstrong\u003e10+ gallons recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e for greater stability\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e68–75°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e5.8–6.6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 dGH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0–1 dKH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTDS:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e90–150 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Biofilm Grazer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10+ shrimp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breeds entirely in freshwater when maintained under stable Caridina conditions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature Caridina-specific aquarium with \u003cstrong\u003eactive buffering substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is strongly recommended. Provide mosses, plants, driftwood, leaf litter, and plenty of surfaces for natural biofilm growth. Sponge filtration or a shrimp-safe protected filter intake should be used to protect both adults and shrimplets. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRO\/DI water remineralized with a Caridina GH+ mineral is strongly recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e for maintaining predictable GH, KH and TDS. Black Galaxy shrimp are sensitive livestock, so consistent parameters are more important than repeatedly adjusting the aquarium to chase exact numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Galaxy Shrimp spend much of their time grazing on biofilm, algae, microorganisms, and naturally occurring organic material. Supplement their natural grazing with quality shrimp foods and occasional protein-rich foods while feeding conservatively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua Huna sells this product as a \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Galaxy Shrimp Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e. Individual shrimp can vary significantly in black-and-white pattern, spotting, white coverage, color intensity, size, and sex. Customers should not expect every shrimp to look identical to the product photographs. Males and females are selected randomly. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Galaxy Shrimp are specialty Caridina and should not be kept using standard Cherry\/Neocaridina parameters. A mature, soft-water, low-KH Caridina setup is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":52679486243096,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 Pack","offer_id":52679486275864,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Pack","offer_id":52679486308632,"sku":null,"price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-14at11.30.09AM.png?v=1789399861","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/black-galaxy-shrimp-mix","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}