{"product_id":"blue-turquoise-neocaridina-shrimp","title":"Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp Freshwater Dwarf Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp are striking freshwater dwarf shrimp known for their bright turquoise-blue coloration, peaceful temperament, and active grazing behavior. Their unique color stands out beautifully against green plants, dark substrate, driftwood, and natural aquascaping materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy and beginner-friendly, Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp are a great choice for planted aquariums, nano tanks, shrimp-only setups, and peaceful freshwater community aquariums. They graze on biofilm, soft algae, leftover food, and natural surfaces throughout the tank, helping support a cleaner and more balanced aquarium environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright turquoise-blue freshwater dwarf shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and beginner-friendly Neocaridina shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for planted tanks, nano aquariums, and shrimp colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful and active scavengers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant-safe and safe for aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrazes on biofilm, soft algae, and leftover food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan breed readily in stable freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Turquoise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and social\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 1–1.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to medium-hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biofilm, soft algae, shrimp food, algae wafers, sinking foods, and blanched vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp are a beautiful choice for aquarists who want a colorful shrimp colony that is easier to care for than many specialty Caridina shrimp. Their turquoise-blue color creates strong contrast in planted aquariums and adds movement throughout the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shrimp do best in established aquariums with stable water quality, gentle filtration, and plenty of grazing surfaces. Live plants, moss, driftwood, and aquarium-safe botanicals all help provide cover and natural feeding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Aquarium Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully cycled freshwater aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive plants, moss, driftwood, and hardscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSponge filter or shrimp-safe filter intake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow to moderate water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHiding places for molting shrimp and baby shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrimp-safe foods, minerals, and supplements as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Tankmates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful nano fish with caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall rasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall peaceful tetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOtocinclus catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras with caution in larger planted tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTankmates to Avoid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge or aggressive fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoldfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge barbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny fish large enough to eat adult or baby shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp graze naturally on biofilm, soft algae, and leftover food, but they should still receive a balanced shrimp diet. Offer shrimp pellets, algae wafers, biofilm-based foods, calcium-rich foods, and occasional blanched vegetables such as zucchini or spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed small portions and remove uneaten food as needed. Stable water quality is important for shrimp health, color, molting, and breeding success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep shrimp in an established, fully cycled aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain stable water parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse sponge filters or shrimp-safe filter intakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide moss, plants, and decor for grazing and hiding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid copper-based medications and unsafe aquarium treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform gentle water changes to avoid sudden parameter swings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse dark substrate to help their turquoise-blue color stand out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBreeding Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp can breed readily in stable freshwater aquariums. Females carry eggs under the body until tiny shrimplets hatch as fully formed miniature shrimp. Live plants, moss, and hiding places help baby shrimp survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain stronger turquoise-blue coloration, it is best to keep Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp with their own color line instead of mixing them with other Neocaridina color varieties. Mixed color lines may eventually produce wild-type offspring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp breed in my tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They can breed readily in freshwater aquariums when water conditions are stable and they have proper food, cover, and safe hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp need a heater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey can live in some room-temperature aquariums, but stable temperatures are more important than chasing a specific number. Many shrimp keepers use a heater to prevent temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I keep their color bright?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStable water quality, low stress, a quality shrimp diet, good minerals, and selective breeding all help maintain stronger color. Dark substrate can also make their turquoise-blue color stand out more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp beginner-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are beginner-friendly when kept in a fully cycled aquarium with stable parameters and shrimp-safe tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp live with fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, they can live with peaceful nano fish, but baby shrimp may be eaten. For the best breeding results, a shrimp-only tank is usually best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp eat algae?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They graze on soft algae and biofilm, but they should also be fed shrimp foods and supplemental foods for a balanced diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Blue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp be shipped?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Live shrimp are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Turquoise Neocaridina Shrimp are colorful freshwater dwarf shrimp for planted aquariums, nano tanks, shrimp colonies, and peaceful freshwater setups. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to shop freshwater shrimp, shrimp food, live aquarium plants, snails, peaceful community fish, filtration supplies, and aquarium care products. 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