Malaysian shrimp

Caridina serrata

Familia : Atyidae

InvertebradoAgua dulceshrimp

Small peaceful freshwater shrimp, easy to keep, ideal for nano tanks.

Estado IUCN
NE
No evaluado
Bioma
Rivières et forêts inondées d'Indonésie, Malaisie, Thaïlande.

Descripción

Caridina serrata is a small shrimp up to 3 cm. It has a translucent body with dot and line patterns. It is very active and moves in groups. It feeds on algae and detritus. It is easy to breed in aquariums. It prefers soft and acidic water. It is a hardy species but sensitive to sudden changes.

Hábitat

Región :

Freshwater streams and rivers

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2226 °C
pH67
GH26 °dGH
KH14 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 2 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
1/5
Dieta
Herbívoro
Tanque mín.
20 L
Grupo mín.
10
Tamaño adulto
3 cm
Esperanza de vida
1.5 años
Temperamento
Peaceful
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

Temperature 22-26°C, pH 6.0-7.0, GH 2-6, KH 1-4. Moderate lighting. Omnivorous diet: algae, vegetables, shrimp food. Minimum tank 20L. Group of 10+ recommended. Compatible with peaceful fish. Avoid predatory fish. Sensitive to copper and high nitrates.

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