The Caridina logemanni “Crystal Red Shrimp” is a selectively bred freshwater dwarf shrimp prized for its bold red head, white body band, and translucent tail, creating a jewel-like appearance in aquariums. Originating from Bee Shrimp lines, these peaceful omnivores are perfect for nano or planted setups, where they graze on biofilm and algae without harming plants. As a beginner-friendly Caridina species, they reward stable conditions with active behavior, breeding, and vivid colors—start with 5-10 shrimp in a matured 20L+ tank stocked lightly to avoid predation.

Use RO or distilled water remineralized to match their soft, acidic needs; fluctuations cause molting issues or death, so test weekly with liquid kits. Feed sparingly daily—high-quality shrimp pellets, blanched veggies like spinach, or spirulina—removing leftovers to maintain pristine water. Colonies breed readily in ideal params, with berried females carrying 20-30 eggs; shrimplets look like tiny adults.

Care Tips for Beginners

• Setup: Dense moss (Java moss), leaf litter, and hiding spots reduce stress.

• Feeding: Every other day max; overfeeding spikes nitrates above 20ppm, harming shrimp.

• Maintenance: Drip-acclimate new shrimp; quarantine if possible. No fish tankmates—snails or other shrimp only.

• Common Issues: Cloudy white tails signal poor params—adjust slowly.