Description
Blue Velvet Shrimp - The Deep Blue Jewel of Your Aquarium
Bring the stunning, sapphire-blue beauty of the Blue Velvet Shrimp to your aquarium! These vibrant and hardy shrimp are known for their incredible color, which ranges from a rich, velvety blue to a deep indigo, making them a striking addition to any freshwater tank. Their peaceful nature and natural cleaning abilities make them perfect for aquascapes and community tanks.
Key Features:
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Stunning Blue Color: Blue Velvet Shrimp are known for their striking blue coloration, which intensifies in healthy, well-maintained tanks, adding an eye-catching pop of color to your aquascape.
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Natural Algae Eaters: These shrimp excel at cleaning up algae, biofilm, and detritus, helping to keep your tank tidy and free from excess organic matter.
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Peaceful & Social: Blue Velvet Shrimp are calm and social, thriving in groups and interacting peacefully with tankmates, making them ideal for community setups.
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Low Maintenance: With their hardiness and ease of care, Blue Velvet Shrimp are perfect for beginners and experienced aquarists alike. They require minimal maintenance and adapt well to various water conditions.
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Small Size: Typically growing to about 1-1.5 inches, they are an excellent choice for nano tanks or smaller setups.
Tank Compatibility:
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Freshwater Aquariums
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Peaceful community tanks
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Tankmates: Small, peaceful fish, snails, and other invertebrates (avoid large, aggressive fish that may prey on them).
Care Tips:
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Maintain stable water conditions: pH 6.5-7.5, temperature 68-78°F, and moderate water hardness.
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Provide plenty of live plants, moss, or hiding spots for your shrimp to feel secure and reduce stress.
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Feed them high-quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, or natural foods like blanched vegetables.
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Avoid copper-based medications, as these are harmful to invertebrates.
Why Choose Blue Velvet Shrimp?
With their dazzling blue hue and efficient cleaning habits, Blue Velvet Shrimp are not only visually striking but also incredibly beneficial to your tank. They’re perfect for maintaining a clean environment while adding a touch of elegance and tranquility to your aquarium. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced aquarist, these shrimp are a must-have for anyone who appreciates beauty, ease of care, and natural filtration.
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Dry Goods Delivery
DX Next Day – Heavy Items & Small Aquariums : 1 Working Day – Noon cut off
Express Pallet: 1-3 working days
Livestock Delivery
DX Livestock Thursday Delivery: £24 Delivery Fee; Wednesday afternoon dispatch with Thursday pre 1pm delivery; Minimum spend: £50 (cut off noon Wednesday)
DX Livestock Friday Delivery: £24 Delivery Fee; Thursday afternoon dispatch with Friday pre 1pm delivery; Minimum spend: £50 (cut off noon Thursday)
DX Livestock Saturday Delivery: £29 Delivery Fee; Friday afternoon dispatch with Saturday pre 1pm delivery; Minimum spend: £50 (cut off noon Friday)
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We are able to deliver to most parts of the UK (Excluding Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, etc) Please see list below for postcodes that we are unable to deliver fish to.
AB30-AB56, DD8-DD10, DG3-DG9 & DG12-DG14, FK17-FK21, KA18-KA19, KA26-KA30, PA20-PA38 & PA80, PH3-PH40, TR21-TR25
and ALL BT, HS, IM, IV, JE and KW postcodes, as well as Channel Islands & Shetlands, are excluded
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