Red Nose Shrimp
Caridina gracilirostris is a species of brackishwater shrimp belong to genus Caridina in the family Atyidae. It has a wide native range extending from Japan and Fiji through Indonesia to Madagascar. It is an algae-eating species that lives in mangroves and marshes. *This Shrimp will eat plants and moss.
Freshwater Shrimp
Native to Taiwan, they come in various shades of red and are in fact graded (more on this later).
Its vibrant color, and ease to keep, make it very popular in particular for beginner aquarists.
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Care Level: |
Easy |
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Temperament: |
Peaceful |
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Color Form: |
Red, Blue, Jade Green, Tangerine Orange, Gold Bee, Brown, Various |
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Lifespan: |
1-2 years |
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Size: |
0.5-2cm |
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Diet: |
Omnivore |
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Family: |
Atyidae |
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Minimum Tank Size: |
20L |
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Tank Set-Up: |
Freshwater, heavily planted |
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Compatibility: |
Other shrimps and snails Tetras Danios White Cloud Minnows |