{"product_id":"neocaridina-blue-velvet-shrimp","title":"Neocaridina Blue Velvet Shrimp","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBuy 6+save 5% at checkout \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBuy 12+ save 10% at checkout \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9002\" data-end=\"9368\"\u003eNeocaridina Blue Velvet Shrimp are a beautiful freshwater shrimp variety known for their rich blue coloration and active grazing behavior. Their color adds a striking contrast to planted aquariums, especially against green plants, wood, and darker substrate. They are a favorite among hobbyists who want useful cleanup crew animals that are also visually impressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9370\" data-end=\"9708\"\u003eAt Legacy Line Aquatics, these shrimp are bred and raised in-house by me in a small-scale, care-first setup. I do not source from mass-production livestock farms. My focus is on raising healthy livestock with clean water, proper nutrition, and attentive day-to-day care, so you receive shrimp I’d be confident keeping in my own fish room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"er01rc\" data-start=\"9710\" data-end=\"9751\"\u003eWhy Hobbyists Love Blue Velvet Shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"9753\" data-end=\"10039\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dtebe2\" data-start=\"9753\" data-end=\"9819\"\u003eBeautiful blue coloration that stands out in planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t0o7qo\" data-start=\"9820\" data-end=\"9866\"\u003eConstantly active and interesting to watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x8yzmq\" data-start=\"9867\" data-end=\"9936\"\u003eExcellent cleanup crew for biofilm, leftover food, and soft algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hilot6\" data-start=\"9937\" data-end=\"9994\"\u003eGreat for nano tanks and peaceful community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ha2726\" data-start=\"9995\" data-end=\"10039\"\u003eCan reproduce readily in the right setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c1nqec\" data-start=\"10041\" data-end=\"10067\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Behavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"10069\" data-end=\"10390\"\u003eBlue Velvet Shrimp are peaceful, active shrimp that spend most of their time grazing on surfaces throughout the aquarium. They do best in well-established tanks with plenty of cover, stable water conditions, and low predation pressure. In the right setup, they are constantly visible and add movement throughout the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"10392\" data-end=\"10419\"\u003eThey do best in tanks with:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"10421\" data-end=\"10602\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ol172w\" data-start=\"10421\" data-end=\"10455\"\u003eLive plants, mosses, and cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"61egbe\" data-start=\"10456\" data-end=\"10496\"\u003eStable water quality and temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kutm3c\" data-start=\"10497\" data-end=\"10527\"\u003eGentle filtration and flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12puyso\" data-start=\"10528\" data-end=\"10562\"\u003ePlenty of surfaces for grazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1100ao5\" data-start=\"10563\" data-end=\"10602\"\u003eEstablished biofilm in the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"flke4n\" data-start=\"10604\" data-end=\"10631\"\u003eTank Size (Recommended)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"10633\" data-end=\"10802\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tr8wck\" data-start=\"10633\" data-end=\"10671\"\u003eNano setup: 5 gallons+ recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tklz72\" data-start=\"10672\" data-end=\"10711\"\u003eSmall colony: 10 gallons+ preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bt8gqo\" data-start=\"10712\" data-end=\"10802\"\u003eLarger colonies: bigger tanks strongly recommended for population growth and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cy3ffj\" data-start=\"10804\" data-end=\"10825\"\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"10827\" data-end=\"10956\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oecccs\" data-start=\"10827\" data-end=\"10851\"\u003eIdeal range: 68–78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xfex0f\" data-start=\"10852\" data-end=\"10895\"\u003eMany hobbyists keep them around 70–76°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17xnm1\" data-start=\"10896\" data-end=\"10956\"\u003eStability is more important than chasing an exact number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kb3076\" data-start=\"10958\" data-end=\"10987\"\u003eTank Mates (Good Choices)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"10989\" data-end=\"11144\"\u003eBest tank mates are peaceful fish and invertebrates that will not harass or eat shrimp. Keep in mind that baby shrimp are much more vulnerable than adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11146\" data-end=\"11174\"\u003eGood tank mates may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"11176\" data-end=\"11356\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qlpt3k\" data-start=\"11176\" data-end=\"11201\"\u003eSmall peaceful snails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q95a6o\" data-start=\"11202\" data-end=\"11241\"\u003eOther peaceful shrimp colony setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hlt74b\" data-start=\"11242\" data-end=\"11298\"\u003eVery gentle nano fish in carefully planned aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ad9ub5\" data-start=\"11299\" data-end=\"11356\"\u003eSpecies-only shrimp tanks are often the safest choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11358\" data-end=\"11364\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"11366\" data-end=\"11496\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qz9gnk\" data-start=\"11366\" data-end=\"11385\"\u003eAggressive fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w3r2rl\" data-start=\"11386\" data-end=\"11400\"\u003eLarge fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"189d78e\" data-start=\"11401\" data-end=\"11447\"\u003eFish that pick constantly at invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ebr8cf\" data-start=\"11448\" data-end=\"11496\"\u003eAny tank mates likely to prey on baby shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\" data-start=\"11498\" data-end=\"11509\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11511\" data-end=\"11690\"\u003eBlue Velvet Shrimp thrive on a varied diet. While they spend much of their time grazing naturally, supplemental feeding helps support color, breeding, molting, and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11692\" data-end=\"11710\"\u003eRecommended foods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"11712\" data-end=\"11874\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uitqhi\" data-start=\"11712\" data-end=\"11753\"\u003eHigh-quality shrimp foods and pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g06hw9\" data-start=\"11754\" data-end=\"11784\"\u003eAlgae wafers in moderation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tyo2ky\" data-start=\"11785\" data-end=\"11821\"\u003eBlanched vegetables occasionally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12ufd27\" data-start=\"11822\" data-end=\"11874\"\u003eBiofilm and naturally occurring grazing surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1etdt5z\" data-start=\"11876\" data-end=\"11925\"\u003eWhat You’re Getting from Legacy Line Aquatics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11927\" data-end=\"12091\"\u003eWhen you purchase from me, you’re getting shrimp that were bred and raised in-house, not mass-imported and flipped. I take a small-scale approach so I can focus on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"12093\" data-end=\"12285\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ap4r3d\" data-start=\"12093\" data-end=\"12110\"\u003eShrimp health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dkkm8r\" data-start=\"12111\" data-end=\"12128\"\u003eClean systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jg6vni\" data-start=\"12129\" data-end=\"12221\"\u003eProper feeding, mixture of high-quality prepared foods and natural grazing opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15r05y3\" data-start=\"12222\" data-end=\"12256\"\u003eCareful day-to-day observation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v58h47\" data-start=\"12257\" data-end=\"12285\"\u003eStrong overall condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12287\" data-end=\"12324\"\u003eThat matters, especially with shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wkxr07\" data-start=\"12326\" data-end=\"12344\"\u003eLocal Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"12346\" data-end=\"12509\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qd6l8q\" data-start=\"12346\" data-end=\"12432\"\u003eDelivery is available within an 80-mile maximum distance from Owensboro, Kentucky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7d8wd0\" data-start=\"12433\" data-end=\"12480\"\u003e$150 minimum order is required for delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r28ipv\" data-start=\"12481\" data-end=\"12509\"\u003e$25 delivery fee applies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10cbbru\" data-start=\"12511\" data-end=\"12528\"\u003eLocal Meet-Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"12530\" data-end=\"12714\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1774szd\" data-start=\"12530\" data-end=\"12561\"\u003eLocal meet-up is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3h6k80\" data-start=\"12562\" data-end=\"12651\"\u003eAfter order we will contact you by email, or through Facebook or Instagram Messenger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oj3jrn\" data-start=\"12652\" data-end=\"12714\"\u003eWe will arrange a date, time, and public location to meet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gwsrx3\" data-start=\"12716\" data-end=\"12743\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12745\" data-end=\"12904\"\u003eLive shrimp are shipped Monday–Wednesday (weather permitting) to reduce transit risk. Please review our How Shipping Works page and DOA policy before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Legacy Line Aquatics LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47841080705198,"sku":null,"price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/5661\/4574\/files\/7E5EA86E-DC2E-43BB-81CE-0B8052C56654.png?v=1779366485","url":"https:\/\/legacylineaquatics.com\/products\/neocaridina-blue-velvet-shrimp","provider":"Legacy Line Aquatics LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}