The Red Boa Shrimp is a premium Caridina variety prized for its intricate snake-like Boa pattern and striking contrast of deep red markings over a predominantly white to creamy-white body. Developed through generations of selective breeding from high-grade Galaxy Fishbone and Pinto-type Caridina lines, Red Boas combine dense coloration with the complex webbed patterning that makes Boa shrimp so highly sought after.
Unlike the Red Sunset Boa, which typically displays a warmer pink to reddish translucent base beneath its red patterning, the Red Boa generally has a much whiter and more opaque base coloration. This creates a sharper red-and-white contrast and gives the shrimp a distinctly different appearance.
Each Red Boa is unique. Patterns may range from bold red patches and streaks to highly intricate web-like, marbled, and snakeskin markings extending across the head, carapace, and body. Higher-quality individuals may develop increasingly dense coloration and more elaborate patterning as they mature.
Red Boa shrimp may feature:
- 🔴 Deep red to crimson Boa patterning
- ⚪ White to creamy-white base coloration
- 🕸️ Intricate webbed, marbled, or snakeskin-like markings
- ✨ Patterning across the head, carapace, and body
- 🧬 Individual variation in red coverage, white coverage, and pattern density
Important: Red Boa coloration and patterning naturally vary from shrimp to shrimp. Juveniles may also continue developing stronger coloration and more defined patterns as they mature.
All shrimp are disease-free and aquarium-safe, bred in controlled environments for healthy and stable individuals.
Note: All Caridina shrimp are sold as unsexed juveniles, typically between 1/4" and 1/2" in size when possible.
⚠️ Boa shrimp are known to be more delicate than many other Caridina varieties. Stable water parameters and a mature, well-established aquarium are crucial for their success.
🌊 Recommended Water Parameters for Red Boa Shrimp
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Temperature: 68–74°F (20–23°C)
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pH: 5.5–6.5 (acidic)
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GH: 4–6
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KH: 0–1
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TDS: 100–150 ppm
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Substrate: Active soil (pH-buffering)
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Tank Mates: Other Taiwan Bee shrimp or peaceful nano fish
Tips for Success:
Red Boa Shrimp thrive in a mature, well-cycled aquarium with soft, acidic water and plenty of established biofilm for grazing. RO water remineralized with a Caridina-specific GH+ mineral is recommended for maintaining consistent parameters. Because selectively bred Boa shrimp can be sensitive to sudden changes, prioritize stability over frequently adjusting water parameters.
📦 Live Arrival Guarantee
All live shrimp are guaranteed to arrive alive. In the rare case of a DOA (Dead on Arrival), please follow these steps:
- 📸 Take a photo AND video of the DOA shrimp inside the unopened bag
- ⏰ Submit the evidence within 1 hour of the delivery time to shrimplyfintasticsf@gmail.com
- 📬 Eligible for refund or reshipment (shipping costs not included)
Note: Shipping costs are non-refundable. Reshipping fees are the buyer’s responsibility. We are not liable for lost/stolen packages, weather delays, or courier issues—though we’ll do our best to make things right. Please allow 2–3 days to process your claim.
🚚 Shipping Schedule
- Orders ship Monday through Wednesday to avoid weekend delays
- No order minimum — we ship year-round when weather permits
- 📦 Ice or heat packs included if temperatures are below 25°F or above 85°F
Need special shipping accommodations? Just message us — your shrimp's health is our top priority!
