The Cardinal Shrimp originates from Lake Mantano, its natural habitat retains a temperature of 82-85F, pH 8.5, TDS 180-220, GH 7, KH 5, and dissolved oxygen of 6.93 mg/L. Stability and highly oxygenated waters are a must for this species. Since its introduction, hobbyists have had success in pH conditions as low as 7.4.
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Caridina Dennerli
- Common Name: Cardinal Shrimp, Sulawesi Cardinal
- Origin: Sulawesi
- pH: 7.4-8.4
- Temp: 76-82°F
- TDS: 80-140
- KH: 0-6
- GH: 4-9
- Fertility: Medium
- Difficulty: Hard
Grading and Variations
The Cardinal shrimp can range from a light red to a wine red (almost black) coloration, with white or blue dots across its body and white maxillipeds.