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Blueberry Shrimp - Neocaridina cf. var.blue 
 

 
Quick Stats 
 
  • Common Name:  Blueberry shrimp, Cobalt Blue shrimp

 

  • Scientific Name: Neocaridina cf. var.blue
 
  • Origin: Taiwan and southeast China

 

  • Size: Up to 4cm

 

  • Food: Flake Food, Algae. Ours are currently feeding on the algae in their tank and supplimented with Hikari Crab Bites and Spirulina powder. We also feed them frozen bloodworms once a week.

 

  • Temperature: 68-80F

 

  • Water Parameters: Blueberry shrimp can live under conditions that are soft and slightly acidic (ph 6.6-7.0) to very hard and alkaline (ph 7.0-8.4 and above)

 

  • Larval Development: High Form. Young Blueberry shrimp are minature versions of the adults, no special requirements for them to reach maturity,

 
Information
 
A shrimp that has been around the hobby for some time, Blueberry shrimp have been established in the United States for several years. Their striking, almost neon blue color makes them an eye catching addition to any tank. A peaceful shrimp, Blueberry shrimp can be seen wandering the tank grazing or hanging out in the plants. A decent algae eater, their diet should be supplimented with blanched vegetables and frozen bloodworms or brineshrimp to help bring out the robust color. Easily bred, keep your water conditions right and you will have generations of shrimp to enjoy.