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Shrimp

Sulawesi Harlequin Shrimp

Caridina spongicola

Also known as

Harlequin Shrimp · Spongicola

Care levelExpert

Parameters

pH7.8–8.6
59
Temperature27–30 °C
1832
GH6–10 °dGH
018
KH4–8 °dKH
015
TDS200–280 ppm
50400
Adult size1–1.5 cm
015

Taxonomy

Description

A tiny Sulawesi endemic with a striking red-and-white harlequin pattern, originally observed living on freshwater sponges in Lake Towuti. Among the most demanding shrimp to keep long-term.

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