Taiwan Bee Shrimp (mix)
Caridina cantonensis var. 'Taiwan Bee'
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pH
5.5–6.5
Temperature
20–22 °C
Where to buy
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Taiwan Bee is a category that includes several stunning varieties like Blue Bolt, King Kong, and Wine Red, all originating from a mutation of bee shrimp. They are known for their deep, solid coloration and are considered more sensitive than standard Crystal shrimp. They require pristine, soft water conditions to thrive.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Taiwan Bee Shrimp (mix) healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Add it only to a fully cycled, mature tank: invertebrates tolerate ammonia and nitrite far worse than fish. Moss, leaf litter and established biofilm give shrimp grazing and cover, especially after a moult.
Water parameters
Keep pH 5.5–6.5 and 20–22°C. Never use copper: most fish medications and some plant fertilisers contain it and it kills invertebrates. Drip-acclimate over at least an hour.
Feeding
Omnivore. Remove uneaten food within a few hours so it doesn't foul the water.
Behaviour
It hides after moulting while the new shell hardens: leave the old shell in the tank, it eats it back for minerals.
Tankmates
Many fish eat shrimp, especially babies. Keep it with small, peaceful fish, or on its own.
Breeding
Taiwan Bee Shrimp (mix) breeds readily in a stable, predator-free tank.
Keeping shrimp?
Shrimp forgive less than fish do — stable hardness and clean water are the whole game.
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