{"product_id":"red-fish-bone-shrimp-caridina-sp","title":"Red Fish Bone Shrimp | Caridina sp.","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Red Fish Bone Shrimp is an ornamental pattern morph from the Bee\/Crystal shrimp lineage, showing a broken, segmented white striping pattern reminiscent of a fish skeleton set against a vivid red base. A colourful, eye-catching choice for dedicated nano shrimp tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a selectively bred ornamental strain with no wild population of its own, developed by shrimp breeders (primarily in Taiwan) from Caridina cantonensis and related Caridina lines. Its wild ancestors originate from slow-flowing streams in southern China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA bright red body is broken up by an irregular, pale \"fishbone\" or pinto-style pattern running along the dorsal line, with pattern coverage and intensity varying between individuals. Adults reach around 2.5-3cm, with females typically larger and rounder-bodied than males.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful and somewhat timid, Fish Bone Shrimp spend most of their time grazing quietly and can be easily outcompeted for food by faster or more boisterous tankmates. Most keepers house them in dedicated, species-only shrimp tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrimarily grazes on biofilm and algae throughout the day; supplement with a high-quality shrimp-specific food daily, along with occasional blanched vegetables and leaf litter (such as Indian almond leaf). Remove uneaten food promptly, as this line is sensitive to water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsiderably more delicate than Neocaridina cherry shrimp, this Caridina variety needs soft, slightly acidic, very stable water and a fully matured, cycled tank with established biofilm. Many keepers use remineralised RO water and an active, pH-buffering substrate to keep conditions consistent. A minimum of 40 litres (10 US gallons) is recommended, and sudden swings in temperature or chemistry should be avoided at all costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFemales carry 20-30 eggs under the abdomen for around four weeks before releasing fully formed miniature shrimp, with no free-swimming larval stage. Because the fishbone pattern is genetically complex, offspring can vary widely in pattern quality, from plain \"culls\" through to premium, heavily patterned individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaridina sp. (\"Fish Bone\"\/Pinto pattern, Caridina cantonensis line)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Fish Bone Shrimp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelectively bred in Asia (Taiwan); ancestral species native to southern China, Hong Kong and Taiwan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\/Advanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40L (10 US gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60L+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore (biofilm, algae, shrimp-specific foods)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-24°C (65-75°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.8-7.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-6 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExperienced shrimp keepers, dedicated shrimp tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A (Freshwater species)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest kept alone or with other Caridina cantonensis pattern varieties that share the same delicate water requirements, plus nerite snails. Avoid mixing with other colour\/pattern lines if maintaining pure genetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid Neocaridina (cherry) shrimp, which need different, harder water and compete for resources, as well as any fish, crayfish or boisterous tankmates that could eat or stress this sensitive shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm)","offer_id":55411437011235,"sku":"AA6311","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/red-fish-bone-shrimp-caridina-sp-3006005-600.jpg?v=1785804709","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/red-fish-bone-shrimp-caridina-sp","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}