Blue Leg Poso Shrimp
Caridina poso
Origin: Lake Poso, Sulawesi
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 2 cm
- Min Tank
- 30 L
- Lifespan
- 1-2
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- Omnivore — biofilm, fine algae, powdered shrimp foods
- Temperament
- Peaceful; completely non-aggressive
About
Caridina poso is a rare and beautiful Sulawesi endemic with striking blue legs contrasting against a warm orange-brown body, originating from the ancient Lake Poso. Requires warm alkaline hard water specific to its Sulawesi biotope. An impressive species for dedicated advanced keepers of rare Sulawesi invertebrates.
Care Guide
Maintain Sulawesi biotope conditions: pH 7.5–8.5, GH 8–15, temperature 27–30 °C using a heater. Use remineralised RO water with Sulawesi mineral salt. House only with other Sulawesi invertebrates (Caridina spinata, Tylomelania snails). Feed fine powdered algae and shrimp foods. Extremely sensitive to ammonia and temperature fluctuations.
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