{"product_id":"red-crystal-shrimp-grade-s","title":"Red Crystal Shrimp — Grade S","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 Crystal Red Shrimp \/ Red Bee Shrimp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eS Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Crystal Shrimp is one of the most recognizable Caridina shrimp in the aquarium hobby, prized for its crisp red-and-white coloration and striking banded pattern. Grade S Crystal Reds offer attractive white coverage and strong contrast, making them an excellent choice for planted shrimp aquariums and dedicated Caridina colonies. Aqua Huna specifically sells this line as \u003cstrong\u003eGrade S\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike common Neocaridina shrimp, Crystal Reds require \u003cstrong\u003esoft, slightly acidic water with very low carbonate hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e. They perform best in a mature, stable aquarium using active buffering substrate and remineralized RO\/DI water. Stability is particularly important because Caridina are much less tolerant of rapid changes in water chemistry. \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 Moderate–Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1–1.2 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e68–75°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e5.8–6.8\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 Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e100–160 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Biofilm Grazer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e8–10+ shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breeds completely in freshwater 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 shrimp aquarium with active buffering substrate, mosses, plants, leaf litter, driftwood, and plenty of established biofilm is ideal. Sponge filtration or a protected filter intake should be used to prevent small shrimp and shrimplets from being pulled into the filter. For consistent results, remineralized RO\/DI water is strongly recommended rather than attempting to continually adjust unsuitable tap water. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal Red Shrimp spend much of the day grazing on biofilm, algae, and microorganisms. Supplement this natural food supply with a quality shrimp food, algae-based foods, and occasional protein-rich shrimp foods. Avoid overfeeding, as maintaining excellent water quality is more important than providing large quantities of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are purchasing \u003cstrong\u003eS Grade Red Crystal Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e. Individual shrimp will naturally vary in red-and-white pattern, color coverage, size, and sex. Grade refers primarily to coloration and pattern characteristics and does not mean every individual will look identical. Aqua Huna selects males and females randomly and does not guarantee a specific sex ratio. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crystal Red Shrimp should \u003cstrong\u003enot be kept using standard Neocaridina\/Cherry Shrimp water parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e. They require softer, more acidic water with very low KH. A mature Caridina-specific setup is strongly recommended. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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":52679297106200,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pack","offer_id":52679297138968,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Pack","offer_id":52679297171736,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-14at11.03.31AM.png?v=1789398245","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/red-crystal-shrimp-grade-s","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}