Orange Eye Yellow King Kong Shrimp

Scientific Name: Caridina cf. cantonensis
Common Name: Orange Eye Yellow King Kong, OE YKK
Fully Grown Size: 1.2 inches

Orange Eye Yellow King Kong are one of the most unique common OE type kept by hobbyist. These beauties has orange eyes and a yellow body.

It is believed that Orange Eye Yellow King Kong Panda were developed with Orange Eye Tiger type which has the OE trait and Yellow King Kong develop its body color. 

A general rule of thumb of keeping shrimps is 10 shrimps per gallon. OE YKK's are more aggressive than most shrimps and spend most of their time eating algae and biofilm off plants, glass, and substrate.

Orange Eye Yellow King Kongs are intermediate to care for as they require remineralized RO water. When using fertilizer, make sure it does not contain copper as it is harmful to the shrimp’s health.

The shrimps you will receive will be juvies to sub adults which translate into 0.47 to 0.60 inches (1.2cm to 1.5cm).

Water Parameter:
Ph 6.2-6.6
TDS 120-140
GH 4-5
KH 0-1 (Best if 0)
Temperature 72-73F

Tank Set up:
Remineralized RO with SL Aqua GH Conditioner 
SL Aqua Buffering Substrate
QV-200A Sponge Filter

Diet:
SL Aqua MORE White (Rich in minerals and trace elements to promote healthy growth and molts and enhances colorations for shrimps.)
SL Aqua MORE Meat (Increases growth rate)
SL Aqua MORE Veggie (Provides a balanced diet, enhances coloration, and promotes shrimp's immunity)