Crystal Red Shrimp (Caridina Cantonensis, A-S Grade), Tank-Bred

 

Crystal Red Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis) are notorious for their very striking red and white coloration that makes them stand out magnificently against any backdrop or substrate.  We have offered these special shrimp in the past, and we are thrilled for the opportunity to offer them again to our newer customers!

These shrimp are A-S grade, meaning the intense coloration covers most or all of the body.  Higher grades of Crystal Red Shrimp actually have more white coverage and less red coverage on their carapace. The genetics that the higher grade crystal shrimp poses can make them a little more difficult to keep as they are more sensitive than the A or S grades.  Because of this, A-S grade Crystal Red Shrimp are the best starting point for anyone that wants to keep Crystal Red Shrimp.  Also, though this is a matter of opinion, we personally find A-S grade shrimp to be the most beautiful because they have equal amounts of red and white.

We also have the same type of shrimp in black and white, called a “Crystal Black Shrimp.”  They will breed with these and produce either black/white or red/white offspring only, making an absolutely gorgeous-looking colony of striped shrimp. Along with this, we do also offer a combo pack. Click the blue link for more details.