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High grade ornamental shrimp - deep black with white stripes
Caridina Panda is a selected form of Caridina cf. cantonensis, closely related to the famous Crystal Red & Black shrimp. It is so named because of its deep black colour contrasted by thick white stripes, reminiscent of a panda's coat.
This shrimp requires soft, stable, well-filtered water. It should be reserved for careful aquarists and special tanks.
Detritivore / biofilmivore:
Recommended use of technical soil and remineralised osmosis water (GH+)
| Scientific name | Caridina sp. cf. cantonensis "Panda |
|---|---|
| Common name | Caridina Panda |
| Adult size | 2.5 - 3 cm |
| Origin | Asian selection (China / Taiwan) |
| Temperature | 20 - 24 °C |
| pH | 5.5 - 6.5 |
| GH | 4 - 6 °dGH |
| KH | 0 - 1 °KH |
| Conductivity | 100 - 200 µS |
| Life expectancy | 1 - 2 years |
| Behaviour | Calm, gregarious |
| Living zone | Bottom / vegetation |
| Minimum volume | 20 L specific (best from 30 L) |
| Diet | Detritivore / herbivore |
To ensure good reproduction, useremineralised osmosis water and leave the tank to age. A population of microfauna (infusoria, microvers) will help juvenile fish to survive.
The shrimp are carefully packed in secure bags and placed in isothermal boxes with gel packs, depending on the season.
When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.
Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.
How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.
No deliveries are made on weekends.
How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.
Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.
Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.
Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.
You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.
Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.
