Family: Caridina
Distribution: Caridina sp., or Malaya Shrimp, is another dwarf shrimp distributed in the lakes of the Indonesian island of Sulawesi.
PH: 7.0 – 8.5
Temperature: 26– 30°C (78 – 85°F)
Hardness: 4 – 6 dH
Description: The Orange Delight Shrimp gets its name from its unique bright orange colouration. It is covered in white dots and 2 -3 white dashes along its body, which makes it easy to identify in an aquarium environment. A tiny shrimp, this species would be doing well to reach 2.5 cm in length.
Diet: Orange Delight Shrimp should be fed a wide-ranging diet of prepared shrimp food, algae water and blanched vegetables. This species is not a fussy eater and will take in most of what you offer it.
Breeding: The Orange Delight Shrimp doesn’t have a larval stage. The female will carry her eggs until they hatch – usually around 20 – 30 days – and the miniature shrimp will emerge. These youngsters are small, shy and will spend a lot of their time in hiding, so give them a few spaces in which to hide.
Comments: Tiny as they are, it is recommended you keep your Orange Delight Shrimp in a tank of at least 10 gallons in volume. Putting more than 25 Orange Delight Shrimp in a small tank would overcrowd them, which can lead to stress. This species is not for beginners and should only be kept by experienced hobbyists.
Tip: This species will turn a brownish colour when stressed. This may be a result of overcrowding, fear or bad health.
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Recommended Compatible Species: It is important you do not house this shrimp with other predatory fish. Its bright colour will make it stand out and it may be feasted upon by predators. Most other dwarf shrimp species will make good tank mates. Ottos can generally be housed with any dwarf shrimp species.
Originally posted 2009-12-20 10:06:36. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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