Blue dream shrimp

Neocaridina zhangjiajiensis

Família : Atyidae

InvertebradoÁgua doceshrimp

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

Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante

Descrição

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

Região :

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.

Distribuição :

Parâmetros recomendados

Temperatura1828 °C
pH6.57.5
GH48 °dGH
KH25 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Cuidados

Dificuldade
1/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Aquário mín.
20 L
Grupo mín.
10
Tamanho adulto
3 cm
Esperança de vida
2 anos
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagação

Notas de cuidados

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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