General features

- Scientific name: Caridina Logemanni Var. "Flower Black"

- Common names: Flower Black Shrimp, Black Bee High Grade

- Family: Atyidae

- Origin: Selective derivation of Caridina Cantonensis, originally from Southeast Asia

- Adult dimensions: About 3-3.5 cm

- Coloring: Pattern with intense and bright white bands, with selected ornamental ornamental markings

- Life expectation: 1.5 - 5 years

Water parameters

- Temperature: 18-24 ° C

- ph: 5.8-7.4

- Total hardness (GH): 4-6 ° DGH

- Carbonate hardness (KH): 0-4 ° DKH

- Conductivity TDS (total conductivity): 100-200 μs / cm

Note: the stability of the values is essential to guarantee health, a regular wetsuit and fertility. Sudden changes can lead to stress or mortality.

Aquarium set-up

- Minimum volume: 20-25 liters

-Composition of the group: We recommend a group of at least 10-15 individuals to encourage natural behavior

- Furniture: Mosks, catappa leaves, roots, woods and rockets inert for the formation of biofilm and hiding places

- Lighting: Moderate, useful for the growth of microorganisms but not excessive not to stress shrimp

- Filtration: Sponge filter or delicate filter equipped with pre-filter, fundamental for the protection of fry

- Heater: Optional, but useful for maintaining the constant temperature in environments subject to joints

Power

The Logemanni Caridina "Flower Black" is a specialized detritivora that feeds primarily of:

- Biofilm and microorganisms present in the natural layout of the tank

- dedicated feed for caridins with high vegetable and mineral content

- Vegetables boring as nettle, zucchini and spinach

- dried leaves (catappa, guava, oak) both as secondary food and as a source of beneficial tannins

- Animal proteins (such as Artemie or Dafnie) actually administered

Attention to non-supercharge: remove any residues within 2-3 hours to prevent imbalances in the microbiota.

Behavior and compatibility

- Temperament: Pacific, social, non-territorial

- Compatibility: Ideal in monospecific tanks or with other peaceful invertebrates (eg snails). The coexistence with fish, even small, not to compromise the reproduction and survival of the fry

Reproduction

The female leads from 20 to 30 eggs under the abdomen, with an incubation time of about 25-30 days

The little ones are completely formed and autonomous

Reproduction is only possible in mature tanks, with stable parameters and low organic charge

It is preferable to use neutral or active sands to keep the pH and the appropriate hardness

Additional notes

- Sensitivity: Like all the selected caridins, it is particularly sensitive to copper, high nitrates and unrelated chemicals for invertebrates

- During the wetsuit: Individuals are vulnerable; It is essential to offer numerous natural hiding places

-Genetic selection: The "Flower Black" variety is the selection of high quality selection; Cross it with other lines (eg Crystal Red or Taiwan Bee) can compromise the stability of the pattern

The Logemanni Caridina "Flower Black" is a fascinating and valuable variety, intended for experienced aquarists or selective breeding enthusiasts. It requires a dedicated environment and great care in water management, but knows how to reward with a rare and refined visual beauty.

Shipping kit in the purchase of shrimp and snails

Expeditions of live animals (shrimp, snails, crustaceans and other invertebrates) are carried out only Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, to guarantee optimal transport conditions and minimize the times of stock.

For each order containing live animals it is mandatory to add the shipping kit, designed to ensure maximum protection during transport. The kit includes:

• Polystyrene container with high thermal insulation
• Double protective bag with oxygenation
• Thermal warmer (included in the coldest months)

Important: Acquarioshop.it is not responsible for any delays in delivery caused by the courier, adverse weather conditions or other external events not attributable to The Ark of Zin Fabio.

Furthermore, it is not possible to predict the compatibility between the water of our breeding and that of your aquarium, since we do not know the specific chemical-physical parameters of each domestic tank. For this reason, we recommend a gradual acclimatization of at least an hour, introducing small amounts of water of the aquarium in the shipping bag every 5-10 minutes. During this process, it is recommended immerse the bag in the aquarium to allow a correct stabilization of the temperature before the final release.