Blue Dream Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi (Blue Dream)
Advanced
Freshwater
Peaceful and social. Diurnal. Feeds on algae, biofilm, detritus and plant matter. Ideal for planted aquariums.
Atyidae
Max Size
2.0 cm (0.8")
Min Tank
40 L (11 gal)
Min Group
1+
Diet
Omnivore - balanced diet
Water Parameters
Temperature
20.0-28.0°C
68-82°F
pH
6.4-8.0
Hardness (dGH)
4.0-18.0
Min Tank Size
40 L
11 gal
About
Blue variety of Neocaridina davidi. Peaceful and hardy shrimp. Excellent for algae and biofilm control.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful and social. Diurnal. Feeds on algae, biofilm, detritus and plant matter. Ideal for planted aquariums.
Feeding
Omnivore - balanced diet
Breeding
Oviparous. Females carry 30–50 eggs for about 30 days. Easy to breed in the aquarium. Lifespan 1–3 years. Avoid copper.
Care Notes
Sensitive to parameter fluctuations. Sensitive to ammonia. Prefers dark substrate
Compatibility
Good for community tanks
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Neocaridina davidi (Blue Dream) |
|---|---|
| Family | Atyidae |
| Category | Crustacean |
| Care Level | Advanced |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 2.0 cm (0.8") |
| Min Tank | 40 L (11 gal) |
| Min Group | 1+ |
| Diet | Omnivore - balanced diet |
| Temperament | Peaceful and social. Diurnal. Feeds on algae, biofilm, detritus and plant matter. Ideal for planted aquariums. |
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