Crystal Black Shrimps are a type of freshwater algae-eating shrimp. They are an attractive species of shrimp, with a black carapace and bright blue/purple/red stripes running down the length of the body. The shrimp can reach sizes up to 1.3 cm in length and are active swimmers. They require a soft substrate such as fine sand or pebbles, and plenty of live plants, as well as a high-quality diet of algae, carnivore pellets, frozen foods, and blanched vegetables. Crystal Black Shrimps are peaceful and non-aggressive, making them an ideal addition to any community aquarium.