About the species

Super Crystal Red - Multi Stripes is a high-grade Crystal Red where the white is broken by several narrow red cross bands along the body. The pattern gives a distinct zebra-like look that sets it apart from both One Stripe and Extreme.

Facts

• Latin name: Caridina cantonensis
• Common name: Super Crystal Red - Multi Stripes
• Size: Up to 3 cm
• Lifespan: 1.5–2 years

Behavior

Super Crystal Red - Multi Stripes 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

Super Crystal Red - Multi Stripes 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

Super Crystal Red - Multi Stripes suits anyone who values pattern as much as colour coverage. The number of bands varies between individuals, which keeps the colony visually interesting. Stable Caridina values and fresh active soil are the foundation.