Caradina Cantonensis

Aquarist: SubmergedViolette

Species Profile: Caradina Cantonensis

Common Name:   Taiwan Bee Shrimp

Species Photo by: Flip Aquatics

Description:   Originally found in Taiwan, there are now many strains and colors. 2.5-3.5 cm long at most, they do not do well with large parameter swings, and are a bit more of a challenge the Neocaradinia shrimp. The most common variety now are known as Crystal Red Shrimp, or CRS for short.

Category:   Invertebrates

Global Region:   Southeast Asia

Distribution:   None

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2025