Red Rhinoceros Shrimp - Caridina gracilirostris

🦐 Red Rhino Shrimp – Caridina gracilirostris

The Red Rhino Shrimp (Caridina gracilirostris) is one of the most elegant shrimp species in aquaristics. Particularly striking are its intense red coloration and the long rostrum ("rhino horn"), to which it owes its name. Due to its peaceful nature and interesting behavior, it is excellently suited for community aquariums.

🏡 Characteristics
Luminous red coloration
Characteristic long rostrum ("rhino horn")
Peaceful and active shrimp species
Very good biofilm grazer
Particularly elegant swimming movements

🌿 Keeping
Temperature: approx. 22–28 °C
pH value: approx. 6.5–8.0
Prefers well-established aquariums
Plants and hiding places recommended
Regular water changes promote well-being

🧬 Special features
Striking and rare shrimp species
Very interesting observation animals
Larval development occurs via a brackish water stage
Reproduction in freshwater aquariums therefore only possible to a limited extent
Popular species for aquarists looking for something special

🐠 Suitable for
Community aquariums with peaceful inhabitants
Planted aquariums
Shrimp aquariums
Aquariums from approx. 54 liters

🍽 Feeding
Omnivore with a preference for biofilm and algae
Readily accepts shrimp food, algae food, and vegetable food
Leaves and natural food are also well accepted

📦 Scope of delivery
1 Red Rhino Shrimp – Caridina gracilirostris (depending on selection)