Caridina cantonensis

Looking for a new dwarf shrimp to add to your aquarium and don't want to go for just any boring old species? Have we got one for you today! Meet the galaxy shrimp, a hybrid that has only been around for a few years. They're not cheap, but their looks make them more than worth […]

This stunning variety of Caridina mariae sure lives up to its name. Red tiger shrimp have a translucent body with intensely colored red stripes, which makes them a real eyecatcher to brighten up any shrimp tank. They're not the easiest shrimp out there, but definitely worth the hassle if you're a more experienced shrimp keeper! […]

Been keeping shrimp for a while and feel like you're ready for the next challenge? Fishbone pinto shrimp are a relatively new addition to the hobby, and a spectacular one at that! Though not the easiest to keep and breed, they make up for it with their spectacular coloration and pattern. Keep reading for everything […]

Panda shrimp are a bee shrimp variety appreciated by aquarists for their bright coloration. Although they definitely aren't the easiest dwarf shrimp to keep, they are more than worth a try for the more experienced shrimp keeper. With the right care, they can thrive and be a real eyecatcher in any shrimp collection. Keep reading […]

The golden bee shrimp is a bit of a mystery in the shrimp world: no one seems to be sure where it came from or who bred it. Like the much more common crystal red shrimp, it's a selectively bred variety of the bee shrimp. This species isn't the easiest dwarf shrimp to keep and […]

Most shrimp keepers are familiar with Crystal Red shrimp, but have you also met their less common cousin? The black and white colors on the stunning Crystal Black shrimp are sure to liven up any aquarium. They make a great breeding project that can even yield a little profit! Keep reading for everything you need […]

Blue tiger shrimp (Caridina mariae 'Blue Tiger') are a stunning selectively bred aquarium shrimp species. Also known as Orange Eyed Blue Tiger shrimp, their name says it all: these shrimp are bright blue with black stripes and striking orange eyes. Their looks alone are probably enough to make anyone want to start a colony! Keep […]

If you're looking for an unusual dwarf shrimp with stunning colors that's still pretty easy to keep and breed, you're on the right page. Blue bolt shrimp are a type of Taiwan bee with a white and blue body. Their beautiful color and effectiveness as a cleaning crew are sure to make these Caridinas the […]

Undoubtedly one of the most popular species in the dwarf shrimp hobby today is Caridina cf. cantonensis var. 'Crystal Red', also simply known as the Crystal Red shrimp or red bee shrimp. Selectively bred from the humble Bee shrimp, Crystal Reds are appreciated for their bright red and white coloration and make a great choice […]

Crystal Red (and Black) shrimp popularity is ever-increasing: this bee shrimp variety is relatively easy to keep, a large tank is not necessary and breeding them can be a fun and even profitable project. If you're getting started with your own Crystal Red shrimp colony, the various different grades and color patterns might prove rather confusing. Why […]