Blue Velvet Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. blue velvet) Care Guide

A stunning blue-colored Neocaridina variant with a deep, velvety blue hue. Slightly less intensely colored than Blue Dream but still a beautiful addition to any planted nano tank.

Overview

Neocaridina davidi var. blue velvet is a species in the family Atyidae. A stunning blue-colored Neocaridina variant with a deep, velvety blue hue. Slightly less intensely colored than Blue Dream but still a beautiful addition to any planted nano tank. Easy to care for and breed.

Taxonomy

Family: Atyidae
Genus: Neocaridina
Scientific name: Neocaridina davidi var. blue velvet
Other names: Blue Jelly Shrimp
Origin: Asia, Taiwan

Habitat

A solid-blue colour strain of Neocaridina davidi developed in the aquarium trade. The wild form ranges across freshwater streams and ponds of East Asia and Taiwan, grazing biofilm and algae among plants and leaf litter in calm water.

Tank requirements

Minimum tank volume: 20 L
Temperature: 18-28 °C
pH: 6.5-8
GH: 4-14 °dGH
Water flow: low
Adult size: 2-3 cm
Lifespan: 1-2 years
Difficulty: beginner

Diet

Classified as omnivore. Recommended feeding frequency: 1x daily. In captivity, offer a varied diet appropriate to the species — quality prepared foods supplemented with frozen or live items of suitable size.

Compatibility

Temperament: peaceful
Position in tank: bottom
Compatible tank mates: Otocinclus, Ember Tetra, Pygmy Corydoras, Nerite Snail
Avoid with: Betta, Angelfish, Cichlids

Breeding

Breeding strategy: egg-layer
Breeding difficulty: beginner