Black Panda Caridina Shrimp

AKA Black King Kong Shrimp – Mix Grade
We only deliver on a Tuesday, order by Monday 11am

Black Panda Caridina shrimp, also known as Black King Kong shrimp, are one of the most iconic Taiwan Bee varieties. They are prized for their bold black-and-white contrast, with deep black markings over a clean white base. Mix Grade means you may receive a range of pattern types and coverage levels, making each shrimp unique.

Grading is based on the amount, clarity, and balance of black patterning. Higher contrast and cleaner whites are especially desirable traits in this line.

Caridina species require specific water parameters and more attention than Neocaridina shrimp. They should be kept in remineralised RO (reverse osmosis) water using a GH-only mineral supplement, as they are highly sensitive to carbonate hardness. KH should be kept at 0, with an absolute maximum of 2 dKH.

While they need more care initially, this shouldn’t put off hobbyists. Once you establish a stable, soft-water setup, Black Panda shrimp are hardy, active, and extremely rewarding to keep. Their striking colour contrast makes them a standout feature in any shrimp-focused aquarium.

Evaporated water should always be topped up with pure RO water only, as evaporation increases mineral concentration. Regular water changes of around 30% every one to two weeks should be carried out using freshly remineralised RO water matched to the tank’s parameters to maintain stability.

With consistency and good husbandry, Black Panda / Black King Kong shrimp can thrive and even breed successfully in a home aquarium.

Caridina Shrimp Diet

We feed our shrimp on a range of Shrimp Pro Foods:

• Shrimp Pro – Snowflake
• Shrimp Pro – Nettle Leaf
• Shrimp Pro – Dandelion Leaf
• Shrimp Pro – Nano Nibbles
• Shrimp Pro – Colour Crunch (for red shrimp)

Water Parameters for Caridina Shrimp (Soft Water Required)

Temperature: 20–23°C
pH: 5.8–6.8 (acidic range preferred)
General Hardness (GH): 4–6 dGH
Carbonate Hardness (KH): 0–2 dKH
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS): 100–200 ppm
(RO water remineralised — optimal TDS is 140–160)

Multi-Buy Deals

5 for £34
10 for £68
15 for £102

Note: Black Panda / Black King Kong shrimp are sensitive to parameter swings. Use remineralised RO (reverse osmosis) water for best results.

Delivery & Customer Responsibility

Live shrimp are dispatched on Mondays for Tuesday delivery. It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that aquarium parameters are fully suitable before ordering and that someone is available to take delivery promptly on Tuesday. Delays in delivery, unsuitable water conditions, or failure to receive the parcel on time can compromise the health of live animals.