{"product_id":"red-king-kong-shrimp","title":"Red King Kong Shrimp","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 Red King Kong Shrimp \/ RKK Shrimp\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red King Kong Shrimp is a striking Taiwan Bee Caridina variety prized for its deep red coloration and contrasting white markings. Individual patterns can range from predominantly red shrimp with smaller white markings to more distinctly banded or Panda-like patterns, making each shrimp unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed King Kong Shrimp are best suited for aquarists with experience maintaining soft-water Caridina. They require \u003cstrong\u003estable, acidic water with very low KH\u003c\/strong\u003e and generally perform best in a mature aquarium using active buffering substrate and remineralized RO\/DI water. Sudden changes in temperature, TDS, or mineral content should be avoided. Current specialty care references recommend roughly 68–76°F, pH 6.0–6.5, GH 3–5, KH 0–2, and TDS around 100–150 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 Intermediate–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; 10+ gallons preferred 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\u003e6.0–6.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 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\u003e100–150 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Biofilm \u0026amp; Algae Grazer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breeds entirely in freshwater under appropriate 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 is strongly recommended. Use an active buffering substrate to maintain acidic, low-KH water along with mosses, driftwood, plants, leaf litter, and plenty of established biofilm. Sponge filtration or a shrimp-safe protected intake should be used, particularly if you intend to breed them. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor consistent parameters, \u003cstrong\u003eRO\/DI water remineralized with a Caridina-appropriate GH mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e is preferable. Stability matters more than chasing an exact number, so avoid rapid adjustments to pH, GH, KH, temperature, or TDS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed King Kongs spend much of their time grazing on naturally occurring biofilm, algae, and microorganisms. Supplement this with high-quality shrimp foods and occasional protein-rich foods while feeding conservatively to protect water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red King Kong Shrimp naturally vary in red intensity, white coverage, pattern, size, and sex. The shrimp received will not necessarily have identical patterns to the specimen shown in product photography. Aqua Huna selects males and females randomly and does not guarantee a particular 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 Red King Kong Shrimp require specialized \u003cstrong\u003esoft, acidic, low-KH Caridina conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. They should not be maintained using standard Neocaridina\/Cherry Shrimp parameters. \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":52679319093528,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pack","offer_id":52679319126296,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Pack","offer_id":52679319159064,"sku":null,"price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-14at11.22.22AM.png?v=1789399355","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/red-king-kong-shrimp","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}