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Blue Dream Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
18–28°C · pH 6.5–8 · 20L
£16.19
Blue Velvet Shrimp is a blue Neocaridina davidi colour form for mature planted aquariums, grazing surfaces and stable shrimp colonies. Covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee and sent by licensed live-animal courier.
Breeding SpeciesFreshwaterInvertebratesModerate CarePeacefulPlanted TankShrimp
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Neocaridina heteropoda Blue Velvet
Max Adult Size
up to 3 cm
Lifespan
2 years
Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Peaceful
Temperature
18–28°C
pH Range
6.5–8
Hardness
4–15 dGH
Minimum Tank
20L
Diet
Biofilm, algae, blanched vegetables, shrimp pellets, leaf litter
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Neocaridina heteropoda Blue Velvet
Blue Velvet Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
Beginner Friendly
Peaceful
£14.99
Shoal Pricing
— save up to 30%Blue Velvet Shrimp live in groups — 6+ keeps them settled, active and showing their best colour.
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Blue Velvet Shrimp is a blue Neocaridina davidi colour form for mature planted aquariums, grazing surfaces and stable shrimp colonies. Covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee and sent by licensed live-animal courier.
Breeding SpeciesFreshwaterInvertebratesModerate CarePeacefulPlanted TankShrimp
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Neocaridina heteropoda Blue Velvet
Max Adult Size
up to 3 cm
Lifespan
2 years
Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Peaceful
Temperature
18–28°C
pH Range
6.5–8
Hardness
4–15 dGH
Minimum Tank
20L
Diet
Biofilm, algae, blanched vegetables, shrimp pellets, leaf litter
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Full Care Guide
Cherry Shrimp Care Guide
Use a mature, filtered aquarium and measured water—not a shrimp-per-litre rule. Tropical Fish Co uses 20 litres as a cautious starting policy for a small Cherry Shrimp group, above OATA's general 10-litre screen for small shrimp. Provide established grazing surfaces, cover and a protected filter inlet. No fish is guaranteed shrimplet-safe, and breeding should never be promised.
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Water Parameters
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Temperature
18–28°C
18°CIdeal28°C
pH Level
6.5–8
6.5Ideal8
Water Hardness
4–15 dGH
4 dGHIdeal15 dGH
Blue Velvet Shrimp is a selectively bred blue colour form of Neocaridina davidi, historically sold under older Neocaridina heteropoda naming. Keep it as a planted-tank colony shrimp with stable water.
Quick Facts
- Scientific name: Neocaridina davidi Blue Velvet colour form
- Adult size: Up to about 3 cm
- Care level: Easy
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Best setup: Mature planted shrimp aquarium
- Group size: 6+ colony starter
Aquarium Setup
Use a mature planted tank with moss, leaf litter, biofilm and a sponge or covered filter intake. Avoid newly cycled tanks and sudden mineral swings.
Feeding
Blue Velvet Shrimp graze on biofilm and algae. Supplement lightly with shrimp pellets, powdered foods for young shrimp and blanched vegetables.
Tank Mates
Keep with snails, Otocinclus and very small peaceful fish only. Avoid predators, cichlids, puffers, crayfish and copper medication.
Delivery And Guarantee
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