Blue Velvet Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) Product Listing
Overview
Discover the Elegance of Blue Velvet Shrimp
Transform your aquarium with the stunning Blue Velvet Shrimp, a beautiful and captivating addition to any aquatic environment. Known for their striking blue coloration and active nature, these shrimp are perfect for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
Features
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Vibrant Blue Coloration
: The Blue Velvet Shrimp boasts a rich, deep blue hue that adds a pop of color to any tank. -
Peaceful Temperament
: These shrimp are non-aggressive and thrive in community tanks with other peaceful inhabitants. -
Easy to Care For
: Suitable for beginners, Blue Velvet Shrimp are hardy and adapt well to a variety of water conditions. -
Natural Algae Control
: As natural scavengers, they help keep your tank clean by consuming algae and detritus. -
Size
: Typically grow to about 1 to 1.5 inches in length.
Habitat Requirements
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Tank Size
: Minimum 5 gallons -
Water Temperature
: 68-78°F (20-25°C) -
pH Level
: 6.5-8.0 -
Water Hardness
: 4-8 dKH -
Substrate
: Fine gravel or sand is recommended to protect their delicate bodies.
Diet
Blue Velvet Shrimp are omnivorous and thrive on a varied diet. They enjoy:
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Algae wafers
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High-quality shrimp pellets
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Fresh vegetables (e.g., blanched spinach, zucchini)
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Occasional protein sources like bloodworms
Compatibility
Blue Velvet Shrimp are excellent additions to peaceful community tanks. They coexist well with:
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Small fish species like tetras and guppies
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Other dwarf shrimp species
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Snails
Note
: Avoid housing with larger, aggressive fish that may view them as prey.
The Blue Velvet Shrimp is a selectively bred strain of the Cherry Shrimp, with an eye catching blue color all around. These dwarf shrimp are very active and hardy aquatic pets. As long as the water parameters are good and clean, they will thrive and do very well. Be sure that the water is between 64-84 degrees and stays within a pH level of 6.0-8.0 and they will be fine.
They are great in groups and will be your aquarium "cleaning crew!"
Size is about half an inch to one inch.
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Blue velvet shrimp
Arrived in beautiful condition ❤️❤️ they are so cute on my desk in their shrimp garden…
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Where Oh, Where
Due to a large amount of foliage, I see only one at a time, hoping they are all OK
