{"product_id":"deep-blue-bolt-shrimp","title":"Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep Blue Bolt Shrimp are a striking selectively bred \u003cstrong\u003eCaridina\u003c\/strong\u003e shrimp variety, prized for their intense \u003cstrong\u003edeep blue, navy and blue-white colouration\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are a premium freshwater shrimp that looks particularly impressive against dark substrate, moss and lush green aquarium plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir colour can range from rich solid blue through to blue-and-white patterns, with individual shrimp varying in intensity and coverage. Higher-quality specimens typically display stronger, more opaque colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other high-grade Caridina, Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp are more sensitive to water conditions than hardy Neocaridina varieties. They perform best in a \u003cstrong\u003emature, stable aquarium with soft, slightly acidic water\u003c\/strong\u003e, low nitrate levels and minimal fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA planted shrimp aquarium with moss, driftwood, rocks and established biofilm provides an excellent environment. They spend much of their time grazing across surfaces and searching for microscopic food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith suitable conditions, Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp can breed readily. Females carry their eggs beneath the abdomen until fully developed shrimplets hatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCaridina\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater Dwarf Shrimp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–3 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–24°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8–6.8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Biofilm Grazer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Levels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shrimp tanks, planted aquariums, aquascapes and peaceful nano setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are better suited to aquarists with some experience keeping Caridina shrimp. Stable soft water and consistent parameters are particularly important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat water do Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey generally prefer \u003cstrong\u003esoft, slightly acidic water\u003c\/strong\u003e with low mineral hardness and stable parameters. RO water remineralised with an appropriate GH-only shrimp mineral is commonly used for Caridina setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp live with fish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can be kept with peaceful nano fish, but fish may eat shrimplets. A dedicated shrimp aquarium provides the best environment for maintaining a breeding colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey naturally graze on biofilm and microorganisms. Supplement with quality shrimp foods and occasional algae-based or vegetable foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Deep Blue Bolt Shrimp breed in an aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Once established under suitable conditions, females can carry eggs and produce fully formed shrimplets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them in hard water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep Blue Bolt Shrimp generally prefer much softer water than Neocaridina varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSudden changes in parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCaridina are sensitive to rapid changes in temperature, pH and mineral content. 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