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Description
Red Tiger Shrimp (High Grade) – Caridina sp.
Overview:
The Red Tiger Shrimp is a striking high-grade Caridina variety, showcasing a vivid red body marked with distinctive tiger-like striping. Its bold coloration and active nature make it a standout in specialist shrimp aquariums.
Origin:
Selective breeding of Asian Caridina species, developed in captivity for enhanced red coloration and pattern.
Feeding:
Omnivorous — enjoys biofilm, algae, quality shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-rich foods.
Tank Mates:
Best kept in species-only or peaceful nano-community aquariums with small, gentle fish like rasboras, otocinclus, and snails.
Aggression:
Completely peaceful — thrives in groups and colonies.
Experience Level:
Recommended for intermediate to advanced aquarists, as they need clean, soft, and stable water conditions.
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 68–74°F (20–23°C)
- pH: 6.0–6.8
- Hardness: 3–6 dGH
- KH: 0–2
- TDS: 100–200 ppm
- Minimum Tank Size: 10+ gallons
Rare, vibrant, and eye-catching — the Red Tiger Shrimp is a must-have for shrimp enthusiasts seeking something truly unique.
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.