Crystal Black Shrimp
Caridina cantonensis var. Crystal Black
The Crystal Black Shrimp (CBS), or Black Bee Shrimp, is the wild-type ancestor of the famous Crystal Red Shrimp, selectively bred for intense, opaque black and white banding. Their high-contrast, tuxedo-like appearance makes them one of the most elegant invertebrates available in the hobby. Like their red counterparts, CBS require a strict, dedicated environment with RO water, GH+ remineralizer, and active buffering soil to maintain a low pH and zero KH. They thrive in cooler, highly oxygenated water with plenty of biofilm, cholla wood, and leaf litter (like Indian Almond leaves). When provided with these pristine conditions, they are active grazers and will breed readily, rewarding dedicated hobbyists with miniature black-and-white replicas.
Water Parameters
pH Range
5.8 – 6.8
TDS
100 – 150 ppm
General Hardness
4 – 6 dGH
Carbonate Hardness
0 – 1 dKH
Temperature
20 – 24 °C
Min Tank Size
20 L
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Pack of 5 (Starter)
5 pieces
₹220 / each
Pack of 10+1 Free (Colony)
11 pieces
₹180 / each
Save 10%
Pack of 20+2 Free (Breeder Colony)
22 pieces
₹160 / each
Save 20%
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💡 Interesting Facts
- • Crystal Black Shrimp can be interbred with Crystal Red Shrimp. The black gene is dominant over the red gene.
- • They originated from mountain streams in Southern China and Hong Kong, which explains their need for cool, clean, fast-flowing water.
- • Adding Indian Almond leaves to their tank provides necessary tannins, antibacterial properties, and a surface for their staple diet (biofilm) to grow.
Tank Mates & Compatibility
🏅 Breeding & Quality Standards
Our captive-bred shrimp undergo rigorous generational grading in our local Indian breeding facility. We specifically select for dense carapace pigmentation and resistance to common Indian tap water TDS fluctuations. We do not import wild-caught specimens, ensuring zero transmission of exotic parasites and protecting native aquatic ecosystems. Proper diet involving high-quality biofilm, blanched vegetables, and dedicated invertebrate calcium supplements will ensure bright colors and high breeding rates.
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