Species profile
Blue Dream Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
Peaceful
Easy care
30 L minimum aquarium
2–3 cm adult size
Bottom all
Minimum group: 10
About this species
General notes for hobby use.
Blue Dream is a domestic colour form, not a taxonomic variety.
Water parameters
Suggested general range for long-term care.
Temperature
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–8
GH
6–20 dGH
KH
3–12 dKH
Flow preference
Low–moderate
Data confidence
Verified
Behaviour
General behaviour traits used by TanksConnected compatibility checks.
Minimum group size
Minimum group: 10
Tank zone
Bottom all
Territory level
None
Predation risk
None
Bioload factor
0.1
Peaceful colony shrimp; group of ten or more recommended.
Compatibility flags
Quick cautions for common tank-planning issues.
Fin nipper
No
Plant safe
Yes
Shrimp safe
Yes
Snail safe
Yes
Cave breeder
No
Digs substrate
No
Jump risk
Low
Natural history & care
Research-backed context for long-term aquarium care.
Lifespan
Not yet documented
Diet type
Omnivore
Minimum aquarium volume
30 L
Minimum footprint
30 × 20 cm
Accepted scientific name
Neocaridina davidi
Alternative names
Blue Dream Shrimp, Blue Velvet Shrimp
Native range
Captive-bred blue colour form of the East Asian species Neocaridina davidi.
Natural habitat
Stable mature freshwater with plants/moss, leaf litter and extensive biofilm grazing surfaces.
Diet & feeding
Biofilm, algae and detritus with sparing complete shrimp foods, vegetable matter and occasional protein.
Breeding & sexing
Research-backed guidance for identifying sexes and reproductive behaviour.
Sexing
Females are larger, deeper-bodied and usually more intensely coloured; males are slimmer.
Breeding
Direct freshwater developer; females carry eggs for several weeks and release fully formed miniature shrimp.