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Blue Bolt Shrimp

Caridina cantonensis var. 'Blue Bolt' · family Atyidae

Blue Bolt Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis var. 'Blue Bolt') — aquarium shrimp
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Parameters

Temperature
20–24 °C
pH
5.8–6.5
Hardness
4–6 °dGH
Tank volume
from 40 L
Maximum size
up to 3 cm
Group size
min 10, ideal 30
Temperament
Peaceful
Difficulty
Expert
Lifespan
1–2 years

Pros and cons

  • One of the most expensive shrimp morphs
  • Premium aquascape aesthetic
  • Stable colour with right care
  • Prized by collectors
  • Requires RO + special remineralization
  • Very sensitive to copper and parameters
  • Expensive ($100–200 per premium-grade pair)

Description

Blue Bolt — the top league of shrimp. Blue body with white front half. Requires TDS 100–150, Shrimp King active substrate, ultra-soft water.

FAQ

Blue Bolt можно держать с вишнёвыми?
Технически да (разные роды, не скрещиваются), но требования к воде у них РАЗНЫЕ — Blue Bolt нужно pH 5.8-6.5, GH 4-6, вишне pH 6.5-8.0 GH 6-18. Только отдельные аквариумы.
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Sources

  1. Wikipedia: Caridina cantonensis var. 'Blue Bolt' · Wikipedia · 2026-05-22