Blue Jelly Shrimp
Stunning Blue Jelly Shrimp are vibrant, peaceful algae eaters perfect for nano tanks. These hardy, easy-to-keep shrimp add brilliant colour to any setup.
R40,00
Product Details
Blue Jelly Shrimp are a captivating, translucent variety of Neocaridina davidi, prized for their striking blue colouration and active, algae-grazing behaviour. They are remarkably hardy and adaptable, making them an excellent choice for both beginners starting their first shrimp colony and experienced aquarists looking to add a pop of colour to a planted tank.
🐟 Blue Jelly Shrimp Care Tips
✅ Tank Requirements
• Tank Size: Minimum 20 litres for a small colony; larger tanks provide better stability.
• Group Size: Keep in groups of 10 or more; they feel significantly safer and display more natural behaviour in colonies.
• Substrate: Inert gravel or specialized shrimp soil; darker substrates beautifully contrast their blue hue.
• Filtration: Gentle filtration (sponge filters are ideal) to prevent tiny shrimplets from being sucked into the intake.
🌡️ Water Parameters
• Temperature: 18–26°C (64–79°F)
• pH: 6.5–7.5
• Hardness: 6–12 dGH
• TDS: 150–250 ppm
🍽️ Diet
• Omnivore: Feed high-quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, and let them graze on natural biofilm.
• Supplement with blanched vegetables (like spinach or zucchini) and mineral-rich foods for growth and colour.
🧼 Tank Maintenance
• Perform weekly water changes (10–15%) using dechlorinated, temperature-matched water.
• Avoid over-cleaning; preserve biofilm and beneficial bacteria which shrimp rely on for grazing.
🤝 Tank Mates
• Peaceful; best kept with other non-aggressive species such as small nano fish, snails, and other Neocaridina varieties.
• Avoid large, predatory fish that may view these shrimp as a snack.
🍀 Colour & Health Enhancement
• Lighting: Moderate lighting in a planted tank helps showcase their translucent blue colouration.
• Diet: A mineral-rich, varied diet supports healthy molting and vibrant colour:
- High-quality spirulina-based pellets
- Occasional protein foods for growth and breeding
- Calcium-rich foods to support strong molts
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