Sulawesi Common Shrimp

🦐 Sulawesi Algae Shrimp – Caridina sp. | Effective Algae Eater for Special Aquariums

The Sulawesi Algae Shrimp is a robust and interesting shrimp species from the lakes of Sulawesi. It is particularly known for its reliable algae-eating performance and is excellently suited for natural cleaning in the aquarium.

🏡 Characteristics
Very active algae and biofilm eater
Inconspicuous to slightly transparent coloration
Constantly foraging
Peaceful and suitable for community tanks

🌿 Care
Temperature: approx. 24–30 °C
Requires stable, well-established aquariums
Mineral-rich water is beneficial
Structured environment recommended

🧬 Special Features
Very useful for algae control
Adapted to Sulawesi conditions
Sensitive to strong fluctuations
Group keeping recommended

🐠 Suitable for
Sulawesi aquariums and specialized shrimp tanks

🍽 Feeding
Algae, biofilms, aufwuchs, as well as supplementary fine shrimp food and plant-based foods