{"product_id":"blue-diamond-shrimp-neocaridina-davidi-freshwater","title":"Blue Diamond Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) — Grade A","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Diamond Shrimp (\u003cem\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking, deep-blue color morph of the popular cherry shrimp family. Prized for their vivid sapphire coloring and peaceful nature, these hardy freshwater invertebrates are perfect for beginners and make exceptional algae grazers and cleanup crew members in planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more invertebrates? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/invertebrates\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInvertebrates\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/freshwater-supplies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFreshwater Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 gallons minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–80°F (18–27°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — biofilm, algae, blanched vegetables, and quality shrimp pellets or wafers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful — completely non-aggressive and safe with all tank mates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 inches (3.5 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — avoid copper-based medications and fertilizers containing copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBlue Diamond Shrimp, Blue Neocaridina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFreshwater Shrimp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTaiwan \/ Captive Bred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1–2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Diamond Shrimp are peaceful and thrive in species-only tanks or alongside small, non-aggressive tank mates. Most fish will prey on dwarf shrimp, so choose companions carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood tank mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Other Neocaridina shrimp, snails, small rasboras, otocinclus, pygmy corydoras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bettas, cichlids, gouramis, angelfish, and any fish large enough to eat them\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I keep their blue color vibrant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide a dark substrate, varied diet rich in carotenoids and spirulina, and stable water parameters. Selective breeding over generations also intensifies color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mix Blue Diamond Shrimp with other Neocaridina colors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can house them together, but they will interbreed and offspring may revert to wild-type brown coloring over several generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many should I start with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart with at least 6–10 to establish a comfortable colony. A 10-gallon tank can support 30–50 shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill they breed in my tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — Neocaridina shrimp breed readily in stable, well-maintained tanks. Females carry eggs for about 30 days before releasing fully formed shrimplets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Squeaky's Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48573445963995,"sku":"FW1-F7557","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_bfee9598-948c-4477-a65e-d63692be9b3b.png?v=1775565267","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-diamond-shrimp-neocaridina-davidi-freshwater","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}