The Blue Bolt Shrimp is one of the most sought‑after Taiwan Bee varieties, prized for its intense blue coloration and clean, porcelain‑like patterning. Ranging from pale sky blue to rich, deep blue tones, Blue Bolt Shrimp create a striking contrast in planted aquariums and shrimp‑only setups.
These shrimp are best suited to dedicated Caridina tanks with soft, slightly acidic water and stable parameters. With the right conditions and gentle care, Blue Bolt Shrimp can thrive, graze constantly on biofilm and algae, and form a beautiful, breeding colony.
Please note: We do not send shrimp to WA, TAS or NT.
Blue Bolt Shrimp – Key Features
- Premium Taiwan Bee Blue Bolt Shrimp (Caridina sp.)
- Stunning blue coloration – from light “ice” blue to deeper, more solid blue
- Ideal for planted nano aquariums and shrimp‑only tanks
- Peaceful, active grazers that help clean up biofilm and soft algae
- Suitable for experienced shrimp keepers or confident intermediates
- Best kept in a dedicated Caridina setup with stable, soft water
If you love high‑end shrimp and carefully scaped tanks, Blue Bolt Shrimp are a fantastic centrepiece choice.
Recommended Tank Setup for Blue Bolt Shrimp
To get the best from your Blue Bolt Shrimp, focus on stability and gentle conditions:
- Tank size: From 20–30L+ for a starter colony
- Substrate: Active shrimp substrate that buffers pH slightly acidic
- Décor: Driftwood, rocks and plenty of live plants (mosses, ferns, stem plants)
- Filtration: Gentle sponge or pre‑filtered intake to protect shrimplets
- Lighting: Moderate light to support plant and biofilm growth
Providing lots of surface area (moss, wood, leaves) gives your Blue Bolt Shrimp more grazing spots and hiding places, especially for juveniles.
Water Parameters (Guide Only)
Blue Bolt Shrimp are more sensitive than basic Neocaridina and do best in soft, stable water:
- Temperature: around 20–24°C
- pH: typically 5.5–6.8 (slightly acidic)
- GH/KH: low to soft, depending on your chosen Caridina parameters
- Ammonia & Nitrite: 0 ppm at all times
- Nitrate: kept low with regular water changes and good plant growth
Slow, small water changes and avoiding sudden parameter swings are critical for Blue Bolt Shrimp.
Feeding Blue Bolt Shrimp
Blue Bolt Shrimp spend most of their time grazing on biofilm, algae and microorganisms. Supplement this natural grazing with:
- Quality shrimp‑specific foods (sticks, wafers, granules)
- Occasional blanched vegetables (e.g. zucchini, spinach)
- Specialized mineral and biofilm foods for Caridina shrimp
Feed lightly – only what they can consume in a few hours – to avoid fouling the water. A light, varied diet keeps Blue Bolt Shrimp healthy and encourages breeding.
Tank Mates and Compatibility
For the best results, keep Blue Bolt Shrimp in a shrimp‑focused tank:
- Ideal with: other compatible Caridina shrimp varieties (with matching parameters) and peaceful snails
- Use caution with: small nano fish – many will pick off shrimplets
- Avoid: larger or predatory fish that may eat adult shrimp
A species‑only or shrimp‑dominant tank will give your Blue Bolt Shrimp the highest survival and breeding success.
Breeding Blue Bolt Shrimp
In a stable, well‑maintained tank, Blue Bolt Shrimp will often breed:
- Females carry eggs under their abdomen until hatching
- Shrimplets are tiny and need lots of biofilm and hiding spaces
- Consistent parameters and gentle maintenance are key to raising a strong colony
Over time, you can selectively keep the best‑coloured Blue Bolt Shrimp to improve the overall quality of your line.
