Red King Kong Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis) – 5+1 Per Order | Live Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp

Bring rare beauty and exceptional color to your freshwater aquarium with Red King Kong Shrimp. Known for their rich, solid red coloration and striking appearance, Red King Kong Shrimp are a highly sought-after Caridina variety prized by serious shrimp keepers and aquascaping enthusiasts.

These elegant shrimp thrive in well-established aquariums with stable water parameters and reward proper care with stunning coloration and fascinating behavior. Their peaceful nature makes them an excellent addition to dedicated shrimp tanks and carefully planned Caridina communities.

At BKs Paws, our Red King Kong Shrimp are carefully bred and raised in healthy, established aquariums. Every shrimp is inspected before shipping to ensure you receive active, healthy livestock.

Why You'll Love Them

• Rich, vibrant red coloration
• Premium Caridina shrimp with striking appearance
• Peaceful and fascinating to observe
• Excellent addition to planted shrimp aquariums
• Constantly graze on biofilm and natural food sources
• Can establish breeding colonies in the proper conditions
• A favorite among experienced shrimp keepers

Care Requirements

• Scientific Name: Caridina cantonensis
• Care Level: Moderate to Advanced
• Adult Size: Up to 1.25 inches (3 cm)
• Temperature: 68–74°F (20–23°C)
• pH: 5.8–6.8
• GH: 4–6
• KH: 0–2
• TDS: 100–150 ppm
• Diet: Biofilm, premium Caridina shrimp foods, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-rich foods

Tank Recommendations

Red King Kong Shrimp perform best in mature aquariums with active buffering substrate, remineralized RO/DI water, and stable water parameters. A heavily planted tank with mosses, driftwood, and plenty of hiding places provides the ideal environment for grazing, breeding, and raising shrimplets. Because Caridina shrimp are sensitive to sudden changes, stability is far more important than chasing exact numbers.

Breeding

When kept in ideal conditions, Red King Kong Shrimp will breed entirely in freshwater. Females carry their eggs beneath their abdomen until fully developed shrimplets hatch. Consistent water quality, proper nutrition, and a mature aquarium greatly improve breeding success.

Shipping Information

Every shrimp is carefully packed using insulated packaging when needed to help ensure a safe journey. We recommend bringing your package indoors as soon as it arrives and acclimating your shrimp slowly using a drip acclimation method before introducing them to your aquarium.

Healthy Arrival Guarantee: We take pride in shipping healthy, high-quality shrimp. If your shrimp arrive with any issues, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photos, and we'll work with you to make it right.

Please Note: Slight variations in color and pattern are natural and make each shrimp unique. Color intensity may also vary depending on age, genetics, diet, stress during shipping, and aquarium conditions.