Blue Velvet Shrimp

Neocaridina davidi

Also known as: Blue Dream Shrimp

A deep-blue color strain of the hardy cherry shrimp.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

65–80°F

pH

6.5–7.8

Hardness

4–14 dGH

Max size

1 in

Min tank

5 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Social (6+)

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

1-2 years

Breeding

Livebearer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Selectively bred (Neocaridina)

Just as easy as the cherry shrimp, selectively bred for a rich blue body. Breeds readily in stable freshwater and grazes algae and biofilm. Keep a colony in a planted nano or community tank with no fish big enough to eat them.