About the species

Pure Red Line - Low is a pure red bee line in a lower grade, where the white is narrower and less covering than in High. The genetics are still free from Taiwan Bee influence, which makes the line interesting for breeding.

Facts

• Latin name: Caridina cantonensis
• Common name: Pure Red Line - Low
• Size: Up to 3 cm
• Lifespan: 1.5–2 years

Behavior

Pure Red Line - Low is a peaceful and curious shrimp that grazes across the whole aquarium throughout the day. It thrives best in a group of at least ten and appreciates moss, leaf litter and plenty of hiding places.

Reproduction

• Females usually carry 20–30 eggs under the tail
• The eggs hatch after about 30 days as fully developed shrimplets
• Requires soft, acidic and very stable water in order to breed

Feeding

Pure Red Line - Low is an omnivore with a clear plant bias and feeds on:

• Biofilm
• Algae
• Decaying leaves and plant matter

Feel free to supplement with:

• A Caridina-specific shrimp food
• Catappa or mulberry leaves
• Protein food, sparingly

Aquarium

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

Difficulty level

🟡 Moderate

Recommendation

Pure Red Line - Low is an affordable way to build up a pure red line. With consistent selection the grade can be raised over generations. Keep the line separated from other bee shrimp to preserve the pure genetics.