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    King Kong Panda Shrimp image 1
    Invertebrates
    Shrimp
    Very Rare

    King Kong Panda Shrimp

    Caridina cantonensis var. 'King Kong'

    pH

    5.5 - 6.5

    Temperature

    20° - 22 °C

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    Where to buy

    Compare prices from SA aquarium shops listing King Kong Panda Shrimp.

    What King Kong Panda Shrimp costs in South Africa

    4 price points from 4 shops over 90 days

    R70

    cheapest of 4 shops today

    ↤ R83med R125R164
    Great price−44%Down 50% versus the previous two months

    SA median R125 across 4 shops over the last 90 days.

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    Availability by province

    ECFSGautengKZNLimpopoMpumalangaNWNCWC

    4 shops

    S

    Saturn Shrimp

    South Africa

    R70

    In stock
    C

    Coastal Pets

    South Africa

    R75

    In stock
    S

    Shrimp Nation

    South Africa

    R85

    In stock
    M

    MC Merwe

    South Africa

    R150

    In stock

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    Overview

    What to know before you buy.

    The King Kong shrimp is a type of Taiwan Bee known for its mostly black body with minimal, crisp white markings, resembling a panda. They require very specific soft water parameters and a stable environment. These are advanced shrimp that reward dedicated keepers with their unique beauty.

    Key traits

    breeds in captivity
    difficult
    nano
    omnivore
    scavenger

    Compatibility

    Select a tank to see how this species fits.

    Care guide

    Everything you need to keep King Kong Panda Shrimp healthy in a South African setup.

    Tank setupWater parametersFeedingBehaviourTankmatesBreeding

    Tank setup

    Size the aquarium to King Kong Panda Shrimp's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.

    Water parameters

    Keep pH 5.5–6.5 and 20–22°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.

    Feeding

    King Kong Panda Shrimp is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.

    Behaviour

    King Kong Panda Shrimp is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.

    Tankmates

    Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.

    Breeding

    Breeding notes for King Kong Panda Shrimp vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.

    Keeping shrimp?

    Shrimp forgive less than fish do — stable hardness and clean water are the whole game.

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    Market intelligence

    Price trends and buyer demand — data only FishHub tracks.

    Price history — last 90 days

    SA price range this month: R75–75 · Average: R75

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    Often kept with

    Real pairwise verdicts for King Kong Panda Shrimp, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.

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    • Black Phantom Tetra
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