Blue Velvet Shrimp
Neocaridina palmata
Family : Atyidae
The Blue Velvet Shrimp is a small freshwater shrimp highly valued in the aquarium hobby for its intense blue coloration. It is easy to keep and breeds readily.
Description
This shrimp reaches 2.5 to 3 cm in adulthood. Its body is translucent with a uniform bright blue hue, sometimes dotted with lighter spots. The antennae are long and slender. It has small claws on its front legs for feeding. Its behavior is peaceful and active, spending time grazing on algae and biofilms. Reproduction is straightforward: females carry eggs under the abdomen for about 3 to 4 weeks. Juveniles are miniature copies of adults.
Habitat
Region :
Slow-moving streams and rivers, vegetated areas
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Keep temperature between 18-28 °C, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-8, KH 2-5. A minimum tank size of 20 liters is recommended for a small group. They are omnivorous: accept shrimp foods, blanched vegetables, and algae wafers. Avoid predatory fish; small peaceful fish like micro-rasboras are suitable. A dark substrate enhances their color. Gentle filtration and well-oxygenated water are essential. Regular water changes (10-20% weekly) maintain good quality.
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