Malaysian shrimp
Caridina serrata
Familia : Atyidae
InvertebradoAgua dulceshrimp
Small peaceful freshwater shrimp, easy to keep, ideal for nano tanks.
Estado IUCN
NE
No evaluado
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
Temperatura22–26 °C
pH6–7
GH2–6 °dGH
KH1–4 °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.