🦐 Blue Carbon Rili Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Carbon Rili
🦐 Blue Carbon Rili Neocaridina Shrimp Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Carbon Rili
Carbon Blue Pattern • Hardy • Algae Cleaner
📋 The Blue Carbon Rili Neocaridina Shrimp is a striking selectively bred morph of Neocaridina davidi, featuring a metallic deep blue-black coloration with translucent body patches. This unique “carbon steel” look makes them one of the most visually dramatic Rili varieties available.
Hardy and beginner-friendly, Blue Carbon Rilis thrive in planted aquariums where their colors contrast beautifully against green plants and dark substrates. They are excellent algae eaters, peaceful community shrimp, and prolific breeders under stable conditions.
💡 Highlights
⚫ Carbon Blue Pattern – Metallic blue-black with clear body accents
🌿 Algae Cleaner – Natural aquarium grazer
👨👩👧 Colony Builder – Thrives in groups
✅ Beginner Friendly – Hardy and adaptable
🐠 Community Safe – Compatible with small fish
🧾 A Quick Look at the Blue Carbon Rili Neocaridina Shrimp
📛 Common Name: Blue Carbon Rili Neocaridina Shrimp
🔬 Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi (Blue Carbon Rili morph)
👨👩👧 Family: Atyidae
🌍 Origin: Taiwan (selectively bred morph)
📏 Max Size: 2.5 – 3 cm (1 – 1.2 inches)
💧 pH Range: 6.5 – 7.8
🌡️ Temperature Range: 20 – 26°C (68 – 79°F)
🧠 Care Level: Easy
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🏠 Min Tank Size: 20 L (5+ US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom & mid-level
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No – man-made morph
⏳ Lifespan: 1 – 2 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore – algae, biofilm, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables
🐣 Reproduction: Prolific breeder in aquariums

















