{"product_id":"red-fancy-tiger-shrimp","title":"Red Fancy Tiger Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis) – 5+1 Per Order | Live Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd extraordinary color and pattern to your freshwater aquarium with \u003cstrong\u003eRed Fancy Tiger Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring brilliant red coloration accented by distinctive tiger striping and elegant white markings, these premium Caridina shrimp are among the most eye-catching varieties in the hobby. Their unique appearance makes them a prized addition to planted aquariums and high-end shrimp collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Fancy Tiger Shrimp are peaceful, active, and constantly forage for biofilm and algae throughout the aquarium. While they require stable water conditions and a mature tank, they reward dedicated keepers with stunning coloration, fascinating behavior, and the opportunity to build a thriving breeding colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt BKs Paws, our Red Fancy Tiger Shrimp are carefully bred and raised in healthy, established aquariums. 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Dense mosses, live plants, driftwood, and natural botanicals create the perfect environment for grazing, hiding, and raising shrimplets. Stable conditions are essential for long-term success with this premium Caridina variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Fancy Tiger Shrimp breed entirely in freshwater when maintained under ideal conditions. Females carry their eggs beneath their abdomen until miniature shrimplets hatch. A mature aquarium with abundant biofilm, consistent water quality, and a nutritious diet will encourage healthy breeding and colony growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery shrimp is carefully packed using insulated packaging when needed to help ensure a safe arrival. 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