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Each of our carefully researched, styled, tested and distributed collections reflects a particular aesthetic and ethos. We hope some of these speak to your own style, and help you refine and redefine your own look and style philosophy in the process.
Each of our carefully researched, styled, tested and distributed collections reflects a particular aesthetic and ethos. We hope some of these speak to your own style, and help you refine and redefine your own look and style philosophy in the process.
Common Name: Fantasy blue dream, blue shrimp, blue fantasy shrimp, blueberry shrimp, Deep Blue Shrimp, blue dream shrimp, blue sapphire shrimp,
Scientific Name: Neocaridina Davidi 'fantasy blue dream'
Genus: Neocaridina
Whether you buy imported or USA bred blues, they both have amazing coloration. Our imported fantasy blues are usually larger in size. Our USA Bred fantasy blue shrimp average in size around a half of an inch or smaller. The USA Bred shrimp acclimate better and have a higher survival rate compared to imported shrimp. Either option, you will not be disappointed with Flip Aquatics shrimp because we guarantee their health.
Fantasy blues are a great beginner aquarium shrimp and they have amazing coloration. They are one of the hardiest shrimp we keep in the shrimp room.
Despite the beautiful appearance of fantasy blues, the genetics behind the color can be pretty confusing. Blue dream is the name most hobbyists use for all shrimp with a deep blue coloration. While most blue dream pet shrimp look similar, they come from a number of different genetic lines and backgrounds. Our blue dreams are a fantastic blue color and breed fairly true. They are almost solid blue and black in coloration while some do show the rili pattern.
Blue dreams show best color while being kept on black substrate. Why this occurs is due to the fact that shrimp in general try to blend into their environment. Therefore, blue shrimp will darken in an attempt to have natural camouflage. On white substrate they will try to bleach their color and be more transparent. It is ideal to keep blue dreams on a darker substrate due to fact.
The care for blue dreams is typical of most Neocaridina species. They do not require special attention and tend to be accepting of a multitude of water parameters. Although, we suggest keeping parameters close to what we keep them in:
Our Tank Parameters:
What we feed:
Tank Recommendations:
all 5 of my shrimp arrived alive and they were all a nice pretty blue. I can't wait to see these guys grow. In another few months (once this batch settle in) I'll probably come back for some more shrimp.
Arrived alive, safely packaged. Very happy with quality, ordered additional varieties.
Animals and plants arrived quickly and in excellent condition.
I was very happy with my purchase. Everything came in alive and healthy.
The USA bred Fantasy Blue Dream Shrimp all arrived healthy and vigorous. Their heat packet was still warm and I acclimated them per your instructions. All of them (18) made the trip in fine shape, including the (3) extras that you packed. I’ve had them for about a week now and their colors are really coming out. They are living in a heavily planted nano tank with guppy grass Java moss, Peacock Moss, Subwassertang, Cryptocorynes, rock caves and Indian Almond Leaves. They were exploring their home the next day. One has molted already. I did not lose one shrimp. I am a very happy customer, and will be ordering again in the future. if I can, I will try to attach a short video of them. They are so very, very, very pretty.
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