Sulawesi Malawa Shrimp
Common Name - Malawa Shrimp
Scientific Name - Caridina pareparensis parvidentata
Adult Size - 1 -1.2 inches
Water Temp - 70°-80° F
pH Range 7.0 - 8.0 best in high pH
Water Hardness Soft - Hard best in Soft water
Young hatch as miniature versions of the adults
Difficulty - Easy
Behavior - Non aggressive
Scientific Name - Caridina pareparensis parvidentata
Adult Size - 1 -1.2 inches
Water Temp - 70°-80° F
pH Range 7.0 - 8.0 best in high pH
Water Hardness Soft - Hard best in Soft water
Young hatch as miniature versions of the adults
Difficulty - Easy
Behavior - Non aggressive
General Information
The Malawa Shrimp are another Sulawesi species. Although they are not as colorful as most the other Sulawesi species they are easily bred and not nearly as fragile as most Sulawesi species I have dealt with. They prefer soft water with a higher pH. They do not interbreed with any shrimp in the hobby.
Malawa Shrimp are very active and enjoy slowly swimming, almost hovering, through the water.
Appearance
Malawa shrimp are highly variable in color. Both males and females can be shades of brown, red, blue, and yellow. The male's color looks about the same as the females, sometimes a little lighter.
The Malawa Shrimp are another Sulawesi species. Although they are not as colorful as most the other Sulawesi species they are easily bred and not nearly as fragile as most Sulawesi species I have dealt with. They prefer soft water with a higher pH. They do not interbreed with any shrimp in the hobby.
Malawa Shrimp are very active and enjoy slowly swimming, almost hovering, through the water.
Appearance
Malawa shrimp are highly variable in color. Both males and females can be shades of brown, red, blue, and yellow. The male's color looks about the same as the females, sometimes a little lighter.
