Yellow Nose Sulawesi Shrimp (Caridina sp.) – Bred by Aquatic Arts

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The Yellow Nose Sulawesi Shrimp is a highly distinctive and sought-after Caridina species known for its subtle, translucent body and signature yellow facial marking. This shrimp brings a refined and understated presence to the aquarium, standing out not through bold color alone, but through contrast, movement, and detail.

Bred in-house at Aquatic Arts, these shrimp represent carefully maintained Sulawesi stock with a focus on stability, health, and long-term success in captivity. When provided with proper parameters and a mature environment, they display natural grazing behavior and thrive within a well-balanced system.

This is a species best suited for aquarists who appreciate precision, stability, and the art of maintaining a specialized ecosystem.

What We Love About This Shrimp

• Unique Yellow Marking: Distinct “yellow nose” creates a subtle focal point
• Refined Appearance: Translucent body with delicate detail and movement
• Bred by Aquatic Arts: Maintained for health and stability in captivity
• Active Grazers: Constantly foraging on surfaces and biofilm

Quick Care Guide

• Origin & Lineage: Bred by Aquatic Arts (Sulawesi species)
• Care Level: Advanced
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Diet: Omnivorous; feeds on biofilm, algae, and prepared shrimp foods
• Social Behavior: Best kept in groups
• Average Adult Size: ~1 – 1.25 inches
• Average Purchase Size: ~0.5 – 0.75 inches

Recommended Tank Parameters

• Temperature: 78°–84°F (26°–29°C)
• pH: 7.8–8.5
• KH: 4–8 dKH
• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

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