Blue Dream Cherry Shrimp

Description

Our Blue Dream Cherry Shrimp are one of the most sought-after Neocaridina varieties, admired for their deep sapphire-blue colouring and consistently rich pigmentation. Their tones range from royal blue to midnight blue, with females typically developing the darkest and most saturated colours. These shrimp add a striking, calming contrast to planted aquariums and thrive in peaceful, stable environments.

Age and Longevity

All Blue Dream Cherry Shrimp are shipped as juveniles to sub-adults, allowing them to settle quickly into your aquarium and enjoy their full lifespan. With proper care and stable water parameters, Neocaridina shrimp generally live 1 to 2 years.

Photos and Genetic Potential

The images provided are of our breeding colonies. Individual shrimp may vary slightly in shade and intensity depending on age, sex, diet, and tank conditions. Use the photos as a guide to the genetic potential of this shrimp line—females typically develop the deepest and most uniform blue tones.

Enhancing Colour and Appearance

To bring out the most vivid blues in your Blue Dream Cherry Shrimp, we recommend:

Feeding a varied diet that includes algae-based foods, spirulina, and high-quality shrimp pellets.

Keeping shrimp in planted aquariums with mosses and driftwood to encourage natural grazing.

Using dark substrates to enhance the depth and richness of their blue tones.

Maintaining consistent, clean water conditions, as stable parameters help preserve strong pigmentation.

Experimenting with aquarium lighting to highlight their blue hues and enhance their shimmering appearance.

Live Fish Guarantee

Our Live Fish Guarantee ensures your guppies will arrive alive or be refunded on a pro-rata basis. To qualify, clear photos of any dead fish within the sealed delivery bag must be provided on the day of delivery. Delivery fees (if applicable) are non-refundable.

Shipping and Delivery

• All orders are sent via Registered Express Post within Australia.

• Free delivery may apply to certain orders – check at checkout.

• Fish are carefully packed to ensure safe arrival.

Species Overview – Blue Dream Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)

Common Names: Blue Dream Shrimp, Blue Velvet Shrimp, Blue Neocaridina

Origin: Selectively bred colour morph

Size: 2.5–3 cm

Temperament: Peaceful, active scavenger

Lifespan: 1–2 years with proper care

Recommended Tank Conditions

Tank Size: 10–20 litres minimum (larger for colonies)

Water Temperature: 20–26°C

pH Range: 6.5–7.5

Hardness: GH 4–8, KH 2–6

Filtration: Gentle flow, sponge filters ideal for shrimp tanks

Suitable Tankmates

Blue Dream Cherry Shrimp thrive in peaceful community aquariums and pair well with:

Snails such as Nerite, Mystery, and Ramshorn

Small peaceful fish including Ember Tetras, CPDs, and Micro Rasboras

Other Neocaridina varieties (colour mixing may occur)