Shrimp-Black King King

🔹 Overview

• Scientific Name: Caridina cf. cantonensis

• Common Names: Black King Kong Shrimp, Taiwan Bee Shrimp

• Origin: Taiwan

• Difficulty: Advanced

• Lifespan: 1.5 – 2 years

• Size: ~1 inch (2.5 cm)

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🧪 Water Parameters (Very Important!)

Black King Kong shrimp are sensitive to water quality. Stable, pristine conditions are key.

✅ Use active substrate (like ADA Amazonia) and RO/DI water with shrimp mineral additives.

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🏡 Tank Setup

• Size: 10 gallons+ preferred for stability

• Substrate: Active buffering soil (lowers pH)

• Filtration: Sponge filter or gentle HOB filter with pre-filter sponge

• Plants: Mosses, bucephalandra, and floating plants

• Lighting: Moderate

• Cover: Must have a lid — they can jump!

🪨 Add leaf litter (Indian almond leaves) and shrimp-safe botanicals to simulate natural habitat and promote biofilm growth.

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🍽️ Diet

Feed a balanced diet of:

• Shrimp-specific pellets (like Bacter AE, Shrimp King)

• Blanched veggies (spinach, zucchini)

• Protein treats (in moderation)

• Biofilm is their main food source!

⚠️ Feed sparingly — overfeeding leads to water quality issues.

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🧬 Breeding

• Reproduction: Sexual, internal fertilization

• Gestation: ~30 days

• Babies: Born fully formed

• Special Needs: Babies are sensitive to water changes and need remineralized RO water

🐣 Keep in a species-only tank to prevent predation and maximize survival.