Pure Red Line - Smiley Caridina shrimp prefer an aquarium with active soil, in our cultivation we use Environment Soil. Active soil is a substrate that buffers the pH value to be between 5 and 6.5, which creates a favorable environment for caridina shrimp.
Care & aquarium requirements
Water type
Remineralised RO water with specialist salts (Salty Shrimp GH+, SL-Aqua)
Feeding
Omnivores — grazes biofilm and algae. Supplement with shrimp food 2–3×/week.
Difficulty
Requires stable water parameters and more experience.
Delivery
Shipped live Mon–Wed with express delivery (1 day). Packed with heat/cool packs.
A mature, stable aquarium with good filtration is best. Caridina and tiger shrimp generally thrive in soft, oxygen-rich water with stable values and no sudden changes.
What does Pure Red Line - Smiley eat?
The shrimp graze on biofilm and microorganisms throughout the day. Supplement sparingly with quality shrimp food and do not leave food to spoil the water.
How should I acclimate Pure Red Line - Smiley?
Acclimate slowly, preferably by the drip method, so temperature and water values can equalise. Do not add the transport water to the aquarium.
Can Pure Red Line - Smiley be kept with fish?
A species-only aquarium provides the most security and best chance of raising young. Any fish should be small and peaceful, with plenty of hiding places available.