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Description
Overview:
The Black Tiger Shrimp is a striking high-grade Caridina variety, known for its deep black body contrasted with bold striping and vibrant eyes. Highly prized by shrimp keepers, it makes a dramatic addition to aquascaped tanks.
Origin:
Originally derived from wild Caridina in Asia, selectively bred in captivity for intense coloration and pattern.
Feeding:
Omnivores that feed on biofilm, algae, shrimp-specific pellets, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-based foods.
Tank Mates:
Best in species-only or peaceful community aquariums with small, non-aggressive tank mates such as rasboras, otocinclus, and snails.
Aggression:
Entirely peaceful and social — thrives in groups.
Experience Level:
Recommended for intermediate to advanced aquarists due to sensitivity to water parameters.
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 68–74°F (20–23°C)
- pH: 5.8–6.8
- Hardness: 3–6 dGH
- KH: 0–2
- TDS: 100–200 ppm
- Minimum Tank Size: 10+ gallons
Rare, bold, and elegant — the Black Tiger Shrimp is an excellent choice for dedicated shrimp hobbyists.
DX courier delivery is £20 per livestock order.
Delivery is scheduled for your selected delivery date and typically arrives before 1pm.
There is no minimum or maximum order value.
Additional information:
- In-stock livestock orders will be processed and dispatched for delivery on the date selected on the cart/basket page.
- Available delivery days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
- If any stock issues affect your chosen delivery date, we will contact you as soon as possible by email or telephone.
- Shipping for dry goods is charged separately from livestock delivery. Dry goods are dispatched according to our standard delivery policy.
- All livestock remains covered by our 7-day guarantee.


