Blue Velvet Shrimp – Neocaridina davidi Blue Velvet

The Blue Velvet Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) is a beautiful freshwater aquarium shrimp, particularly appreciated for its intense blue colouration and peaceful behaviour.

Hardy and relatively easy to keep, this easy-care aquarium shrimp is suitable for both beginners and experienced shrimp keepers. Active throughout the aquarium, it constantly explores plants, mosses, roots and decorations in search of biofilm and small food particles.

Blue Velvet Shrimp can also reproduce readily in an aquarium when kept under suitable conditions, gradually forming a thriving colony.

🦐 Blue Velvet Shrimp: a Beautiful Blue Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp

The Blue Velvet Shrimp, also known as Neocaridina davidi Blue Velvet, is a Neocaridina variety particularly sought after for its striking blue colouration.

Its colour creates a beautiful contrast with green plants, aquatic mosses and natural decorations, adding an original splash of colour to a planted aquarium or a nano aquarium dedicated to shrimp.

Hardy and relatively tolerant of a range of water parameters, the Blue Velvet is also an excellent freshwater shrimp for beginners. If you are looking to buy aquarium shrimp online, the Blue Velvet is an attractive variety for starting or expanding a Neocaridina population.

Under suitable aquarium conditions, a Blue Velvet Shrimp generally has a lifespan of around 1 to 2 years. Water stability, temperature, diet and general care conditions can all influence its lifespan.

An adult Blue Velvet Shrimp generally reaches around 2 to 3 cm, with females usually growing larger and often displaying more intense colouration than males.

💧 An Easy-to-Keep Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp

The Neocaridina Blue Velvet is a hardy shrimp when introduced into a properly cycled aquarium with sufficiently stable water parameters.

Recommended parameters:

• Temperature: approximately 18 to 28°C
• pH: approximately 6.5 to 8
• GH: approximately 5 to 15
• Cycled and biologically mature aquarium
• Nitrite: 0 mg/L
• Avoid any presence of copper or other heavy metals

As with other Neocaridina shrimp, stable water parameters are generally more important than trying to achieve one perfectly precise value.

Water changes should therefore be carried out while avoiding sudden variations in temperature or water parameters.

🌿 What Aquarium Does a Blue Velvet Shrimp Need?

Blue Velvet Shrimp particularly appreciate planted aquariums containing plenty of natural surfaces on which biofilm can develop and provide a continuous source of food.

Aquatic mosses, plants, roots, leaves and other decorations provide both feeding areas and numerous hiding places.

A biologically mature aquarium is preferable to a tank that has only recently been set up.

Dense vegetation is particularly beneficial once Blue Velvet Shrimp begin to reproduce, as it provides numerous shelters for juvenile shrimp.

🍽️ What Do Blue Velvet Shrimp Eat?

Blue Velvet Shrimp are omnivorous and spend much of their time exploring the different surfaces of the aquarium in search of food.

Their diet includes:

• biofilm;
• micro-organisms;
• certain algae;
• plant debris;
• suitable dried leaves;
• specialist shrimp food.

A food specifically formulated for shrimp can supplement the natural food resources available in the aquarium.

Overfeeding should be avoided, as uneaten food can decompose and negatively affect water quality.

🐣 Breeding Blue Velvet Shrimp in the Aquarium

Breeding Blue Velvet Shrimp is relatively straightforward in a mature and stable aquarium.

After mating, the female carries her eggs beneath her abdomen for several weeks until they hatch.

The young hatch as tiny shrimp resembling miniature adults. Unlike certain other shrimp species, Blue Velvet Shrimp therefore require no saltwater or brackish-water stage for reproduction.

In an aquarium containing mosses, plants and sufficient microfauna, juvenile shrimp naturally find some of the tiny food sources they need for development.

To encourage Blue Velvet Shrimp breeding, it is advisable to keep several males and females and limit the presence of fish that may prey on the young.

💙 Why Choose Blue Velvet Shrimp?

Blue Velvet Shrimp have many advantages for freshwater shrimp keepers:

• beautiful blue colouration;
• small adult size;
• peaceful behaviour;
• relatively easy care;
• suitable for beginners;
• reproduction entirely in freshwater;
• particularly attractive in planted aquariums;
• suitable for nano aquariums dedicated to shrimp;
• constant activity that makes them fascinating to observe.

The Blue Velvet freshwater shrimp is therefore an excellent variety for discovering Neocaridina or adding an original colour to an aquarium.

🐟 Can Blue Velvet Shrimp Live with Fish?

Yes, provided that the fish species are selected carefully.

Adult Blue Velvet Shrimp can coexist with certain small, peaceful fish. Juvenile shrimp, however, are small enough to be considered prey by many fish species.

If your main objective is breeding Blue Velvet Shrimp, a dedicated shrimp aquarium will generally produce better results.

In a community aquarium, dense vegetation, mosses and numerous hiding places provide additional shelter for young shrimp.

🦐 How Many Blue Velvet Shrimp Should You Start With?

It is preferable to keep Blue Velvet Shrimp in a small group rather than individually.

We recommend starting with a group of at least 6 to 10 Blue Velvet Shrimp. This allows you to observe more of their natural behaviour and increases the chances of having both males and females capable of gradually establishing a colony.

🛒 Blue Velvet Shrimp for Sale Online

Are you looking for freshwater aquarium shrimp for sale with an unusual and attractive colour?

The Blue Velvet Shrimp is an excellent choice thanks to its beautiful blue colouration, relatively easy care and ability to reproduce directly in freshwater aquariums.

NeoTropic offers freshwater aquarium shrimp for sale online, with animals carefully prepared before shipping.

The price of Blue Velvet Shrimp is displayed directly on this product page and may vary depending on the quantity or pack size selected.

FAQ – BLUE VELVET SHRIMP

Are Blue Velvet Shrimp easy to keep?

Yes. Neocaridina davidi Blue Velvet is relatively easy to keep and can be suitable for beginners when the aquarium is properly cycled and the water parameters remain sufficiently stable.

What temperature do Blue Velvet Shrimp need?

A temperature of approximately 18 to 28°C is suitable. The most important consideration is to avoid sudden changes in temperature and water parameters.

Do Blue Velvet Shrimp live in freshwater?

Yes. Blue Velvet Shrimp are freshwater aquarium shrimp. Their entire life cycle, including reproduction, can take place in freshwater.

Do Blue Velvet Shrimp eat algae?

Blue Velvet Shrimp constantly graze on aquarium surfaces and consume biofilm, micro-organisms, plant debris and certain algae. However, they should not be considered a complete solution for controlling an algae outbreak.

Do Blue Velvet Shrimp breed easily?

Yes. In a mature aquarium with stable conditions, breeding is generally relatively easy. The young hatch as tiny shrimp and require no saltwater stage.

How much do Blue Velvet Shrimp cost?

The price of Blue Velvet aquarium shrimp depends on factors including quality, size and the quantity purchased. We offer highly competitive prices for larger quantities. Check the price displayed on this page for the current NeoTropic price.

Where can I buy Blue Velvet Shrimp?

You can order Blue Velvet Shrimp online directly from NeoTropic and select from the quantities available on this product page.

IMPORTANT: Aquarium animals and plants must never be released into the natural environment.