🦐 Tangerine Tiger Shrimp – Description & Properties
Tangerine Tiger is a bright orange color variant of Caridina mariae (Tiger Shrimp group). It is highly valued for its vivid tangerine coloration combined with classic tiger striping, making it one of the most popular and hardy Tiger-type Caridina.
🌈 Description
Type: Selectively bred Tiger shrimp
Size: 2.5–3 cm (1–1.2 inches)
Color: Bright orange to deep tangerine
Pattern: Distinct vertical tiger stripes (intensity varies by line)
Body transparency: Slightly translucent in some specimens
Color intensity depends on genetics, diet, substrate, and water quality.
🌟 Properties & Benefits
✔ Bright, eye-catching orange coloration
✔ Classic tiger stripe pattern
✔ Active and constant grazer
✔ More adaptable than many other Caridina types
✔ Suitable for selective breeding projects
✔ Can be used in hybrid projects (advanced keepers only)
💧 Care Requirements
Temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F)
pH: 6.0–7.2
GH: 4–8
KH: 0–4
TDS: ~120–200 ppm
Substrate: Neutral or active substrate (depending on setup)
Tangerine Tigers are generally considered more tolerant than many high-grade Caridina shrimp, making them suitable for intermediate shrimp keepers.
🦐 Breeding
Breeds fully in freshwater
Egg incubation: approx. 3–4 weeks
Shrimplets hatch as miniature versions of adults
Good survival rate in stable, mature tanks
📌 Summary
Tangerine Tiger Shrimp combine vibrant orange coloration with elegant tiger striping. Hardy, active, and visually striking, they are an excellent choice for both display aquariums and selective breeding projects.