Blue Velvet Shrimp

Blue Velvet Shrimp

Neocaridina heteropoda var.

🦐︎ Common Name: Blue Velvet Shrimp
⚗︎ Scientific Name: Neocaridina heteropoda var.
⌖ Origin: Taiwan
⟷ Adult Size: 2 – 2.5 cm (0.8 – 1 inch)

Water Parameters

⚗︎ pH: 6.4 – 7.5
◍ gH: 9 – 15
⬢ kH: 3 – 15
▣ TDS: 100 – 300
△ Temperature: 18 – 26°C (64 – 80°F)

Behavior and Care

◌ Temperament: Peaceful / Non-aggressive
❦ Diet: Omnivore
🦐︎ Breeding: Easy in aquarium
⚙︎ Level: Easy – ideal for beginners

Description

The Blue Velvet shrimp is a Neocaridina variety highly valued for its deep blue coloration and ease of breeding. It adapts well to a wide range of water parameters and is suitable for planted aquariums.

In the aquarium, it spends most of its time grazing on biofilm, micro-algae, and organic debris, thus helping to maintain a healthy environment.

Under stable conditions, Blue Velvets can quickly form an active and long-lasting colony.