About the species

Black Galaxy - High is a Pinto line with a deep black body and fine white dots scattered across the carapace — the marking that gave it the galaxy name. The dots vary between individuals, making every shrimp unique. The High grade denotes dense, distinct dotting.

Facts

• Latin name: Caridina cantonensis
• Common name: Black Galaxy - High
• Size: Up to 3 cm
• Lifespan: 1.5–2 years

Behavior

Black Galaxy - High is peaceful but reserved and only settles in a well-established group. It grazes calmly over soil, moss and leaf litter and shows its colour best in a stable species tank.

Reproduction

• Females usually carry 15–25 eggs under the tail
• The eggs hatch after about 30 days as fully developed shrimplets
• Breeding depends entirely on low KH, low TDS and a stable temperature

Feeding

Black Galaxy - High is an omnivore but eats small amounts and feeds mainly on:

• Biofilm
• Algae
• Decaying leaves and plant matter

Feel free to supplement with:

• A low-protein Caridina food in small amounts
• Catappa or mulberry leaves
• A mineral supplement for moulting

Aquarium

• Minimum aquarium size: 30 litres
• Substrate: Active soil (we use Environment Soil)

Difficulty level

🔴 Advanced

Recommendation

Black Galaxy is a collector's choice where the pattern is the whole point. The galaxy dots are not fully inherited by every shrimplet, so select for a clear marking. The shrimp requires soft, acidic water with KH near zero and stable TDS.