Snow Zebra Sulawesi Shrimp – The Ghostly Striped Jewel of Lake Matano ❄️🦐

Scientific Name: Caridina sp. “Snow Zebra”
Category: Freshwater Shrimp (Sulawesi Shrimp)

⚪ Where Elegance Meets Mystery

From the deep, ancient waters of Lake Matano in Sulawesi, Indonesia, emerges the Snow Zebra Shrimp—a rare, ethereal beauty that seems painted by moonlight. With translucent white bodies draped in pearly zebra stripes, these shrimp shimmer gracefully across volcanic substrates, adding a serene, almost celestial presence to any aquascape.

This species belongs to the famed Sulawesi group of Caridina, known for their pristine water requirements, unique coloration, and unmatched visual appeal. Each Snow Zebra is a living reflection of its origin—a stable, mineral-rich lake environment unchanged for millennia.

🔍 What to Expect:

• Color: Translucent white with pearly, sometimes faint, zebra striping

• Size: 1–1.2 inches (2.5–3 cm)

• Lifespan: 1.5–2 years

• Behavior: Peaceful, social, and active grazers

• Breeding: Possible in stable, Sulawesi-style setups (eggs hatch directly into miniature shrimp)

💧 Care & Conditions:

• Temp: 78–84°F (25.5–29°C) – thrives in tropical warmth

• pH: 7.8–8.3 (alkaline waters preferred)

• GH: 6–8 | KH: 4–6 | TDS: 180–220 ppm

• Substrate: Inert sand or crushed coral (mimics lake mineral base)

• Diet: Biofilm, algae, specialty Sulawesi shrimp foods

• Tankmates: Other Sulawesi shrimp species only; no fish

🌋 Habitat Origins:

Native to Lake Matano, one of Sulawesi’s ancient rift lakes, these shrimp evolved in stable, mineral-rich, high-temperature waters. Their unique striping and transparency serve as camouflage among limestone and basalt rock beds, where they graze on thin biofilm layers.

✅ Why You’ll Love Them:

• Rare and visually striking—true collector’s shrimp

• Fascinating natural history from one of Earth’s oldest lakes

• Peaceful, community-friendly, and endlessly captivating

• Ideal for Sulawesi biotope aquariums

• Symbol of aquatic purity and tranquility

🎁 Bonus Tip:

For long-term success, maintain pristine water with gentle flow and stable warmth. Use a Sulawesi mineral mix to replicate lake chemistry—consistency is the secret to keeping these spectral beauties thriving. ❄️💧

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Size: Juvenile/Adult

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