Blue dream shrimp

Neocaridina zhangjiajiensis

Family : Atyidae

InvertebrateFreshwatershrimp

Freshwater shrimp with bright blue color, very popular for its intense hue and ease of breeding.

Popularity

Freshwater shrimp

group keeping

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Description

Neocaridina zhangjiajiensis is a 2-3 cm shrimp, whose Blue Dream variety has a uniform deep blue color. It is peaceful and lives in groups. It feeds on algae, detritus, and shrimp food. Its breeding is easy in freshwater, similar to Neocaridina davidi. It is an excellent option for planted tanks.

Habitat

Region :

This shrimp is a selected mutation of Neocaridina zhangjiajiensis, native to streams and ponds in China. The water is soft to moderately hard, with dense vegetation. It lives in groups among plants.

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature18–28 °C

pH6.5–7.5

GH4–8 °dGH

KH2–5 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.5 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Omnivore

Min. tank

20 L

Min. group

Adult size

3 cm

Lifespan

2 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Ovipare ; reproduction facile en eau douce, les femelles portent les œufs pendant 3-4 semaines.

Care notes

Parameters similar to N. davidi: temperature 18-28°C, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-8, KH 2-5. A planted tank with moss and hiding places. Feed with pellets and vegetables. Breeding is easy. Beware of inbreeding to maintain color. Avoid predatory fish.

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