{"product_id":"caridina-crystal-red-fish","title":"Caridina Crystal Red Fish","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for its striking red and white banded pattern, often with high-grade specimens showing crisp, solid white sections and deep red coloration. Its small, translucent body and clean patterning make it one of the most visually iconic freshwater shrimp in the aquarium hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful Cleaner Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e A calm, constantly active shrimp that grazes on biofilm, algae, and detritus. It plays an important role in maintaining tank cleanliness while adding strong visual contrast in planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a stable, mature aquarium with very clean water and minimal fluctuations. Ideal water temperature should range between \u003cstrong\u003e64–74°F (18–23°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Prefers soft, slightly acidic water with low general hardness and benefits from mosses, driftwood, and gentle filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous, feeding on biofilm, algae, high-quality shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-based foods such as micro-wafers or specialized shrimp diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and best kept in shrimp-only or shrimp-safe nano community tanks. Should not be housed with large or predatory fish. Tank mates must be carefully chosen to avoid stress or predation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize and Growth:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can grow up to \u003cstrong\u003e1–1.2 inches (2.5–3 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to moderate growth, with successful molting and development highly dependent on stable water parameters and mineral balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCaridina cantonensis Crystal Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are one of the most popular ornamental freshwater shrimp varieties, prized for their vivid red-and-white patterns and delicate beauty. They are best suited for intermediate to advanced aquarists who can maintain stable, soft, low-TDS water conditions in a well-established shrimp aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra - Aqua Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54207072534855,"sku":"1140421","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/CaridinaCrystalRedFish2.webp?v=1782134002","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/en-gb\/products\/caridina-crystal-red-fish","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}