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Harlequin Sulawesi Shrimp 5-pack

Caridina spinata

Origin: Lake Matano, Sulawesi, Indonesia

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Water Parameters

Temperature2830 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH7.88.5
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GH (Hardness)814 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)48 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH

Quick Stats

Max Size
2 cm
Min Tank
30 L
Lifespan
2–3
Swimming Level
bottom
Schooling
No
Diet
omnivore
Temperament
Completely peaceful

About

Caridina spinata, the Harlequin Shrimp or Harlequin Sulawesi Shrimp, is a visually dramatic Sulawesi endemic displaying a stark white body criss-crossed with broad black bands — a harlequin-like pattern unmistakable in the shrimp hobby. Like all Sulawesi shrimp it demands warm, alkaline water and extreme parameter stability. A prized display shrimp for dedicated Sulawesi lake biotope setups. Sold in a 5-pack.

Care Guide

Sulawesi conditions: temperature 28–30 °C, pH 7.8–8.5, GH 8–14, KH 4–8. RO water with SaltyShrimp Sulawesi Mineral recommended. Dense moss and biofilm surfaces. Feed bacterial foods and leaf litter.

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