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Common Name: Babaulti Shrimp "Stripes"
Order: Decapoda — Family: Atyidae (Freshwater Shrimps)
Distribution: South Asia, including India and Myanmar
Lifespan: 1.5 to 2 years
pH: 6.0 to 7.5 — Hardness: 3 to 12 dGH
Temperature: 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F)
Minimum Aquarium Size: 20 liters (5 gallons). A well-planted tank with moss, driftwood, and natural hiding places is recommended to provide a secure environment similar to their natural habitat.
Behavior & Compatibility:
A peaceful and social species, ideal for community tanks with small, non-aggressive fish. Should be kept in groups of at least 6 individuals to encourage natural behavior and reduce stress.
Diet:
Omnivorous. Feeds on biofilm, algae, and organic matter in the aquarium. Can be supplemented with shrimp-specific foods, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein sources like mosquito larvae.
Reproduction:
Egg-layer. Females carry eggs under their abdomen until they hatch into fully formed juveniles. The presence of moss and plants helps increase the survival rate of the offspring.
Sexual Dimorphism:
Females are slightly larger and display more intense coloration. They may also show a visible "saddle" before carrying eggs under their abdomen.
Biotope:
Found in slow-moving freshwater streams and lakes with dense vegetation and sandy or muddy substrates.
Etymology:
Caridina is a genus of freshwater shrimps in the Atyidae family. The term cf. indicates a provisional identification similar to babaulti. "Stripes" refers to the characteristic striped pattern of this variety.
Foto ilustrativa. | Illustrative photo.
