Description

Neocaridina davidi “Blue Dream” OE – Orange Eye

Key Features:

• Coloration: Pure, intense blue – from royal to inky shades. Entire body uniformly colored.

• Eyes: Orange (Orange Eye), particularly striking against the blue body.

• Size: 2–3 cm. Females are more robust and usually darker than males.

• Behavior: Peaceful, lively, and social – looks great in larger groups.

Care Conditions:

• Temperature: 20–26 °C

• pH: 6.5–7.5

• GH: 6–12

• KH: 2–8

• TDS: 180–300 ppm

• Aquarium: Minimum 10–20 L; stable parameters, gentle filtration, and dense planting recommended.

Feeding:

• Diet based on biofilm, algae, plant-based, and protein-rich shrimp foods.

• Foods with added spirulina and natural color enhancers support the intensity of the blue pigment.

• Feed sparingly and regularly – remove any uneaten food to maintain water quality.

Breeding:

• Easy to breed: females carry eggs for 3–4 weeks, young are immediately independent.

• They reproduce quickly and effectively in home aquariums.

• To maintain the Orange Eye line, it’s recommended to keep them in a monoculture (without crossbreeding with other Neocaridinas).

Ideal for:

• Enthusiasts of colorful tanks with striking contrasts.

• Beginner and experienced breeders alike.

• Community aquariums with other peaceful species or for display nano-tanks.