🦐 Caridina cantonensis “Ocean Blue High”
📌 Description
Ocean Blue High is a premium selectively bred variety of Caridina cantonensis, prized for its intense, deep ocean-blue coloration and high coverage. The “High” grade typically refers to stronger color saturation, better pattern quality, and minimal transparency.
Adults usually grow to 2–3 cm (0.8–1.2 inches). Females are larger, more solidly colored, and display deeper blue tones than males.
🌡 Water Parameters & Care
Ocean Blue High shrimp are sensitive and require stable conditions:
Temperature: 20–24°C (68–75°F)
pH: 5.5–6.5
GH: 4–6 dGH
KH: 0–1 dKH
TDS: 120–140 ppm
Size: ~1.5cm (unsexed juveniles)
Active buffering substrate recommended
RO water + Caridina mineral salts preferred
Consistency is crucial — sudden parameter changes can cause stress or losses.
🍃 Behavior
Peaceful and non-aggressive
Best kept in species-only aquariums
Thrive in tanks with moss, plants, and biofilm
Sensitive to poor water quality
🍽 Diet
Natural biofilm
High-quality shrimp food (Caridina-specific)
Indian almond leaves
Occasional blanched vegetables
🐣 Breeding
Breeds in freshwater
Female carries eggs for 3–4 weeks
Fully formed shrimplets hatch
Stable, mature tanks increase survival rat