Blue Bolt Caridina Shrimp
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Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates: one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The eye-catching Blue Bolt Caridina Shrimp (scientific name: Caridina cf cantonensis var. 'Blue bolt') is believed to be the result of selective cross-breeding among golden bee shrimp, crystal black/red shrimp, and snow whites. The freshwater shrimp has a blue and white coloration distributed all over its body subject to different specimens originally found in Taiwan.
Blue Bolt Shrimp, like other Caridina species, are relatively challenging to care for beginners, unlike Neocaridina. They are sensitive to water changes and are not recommended for newly cycled tanks and stable water parameters. The shrimp require soft and slightly acidic water conditions and freshwater aquarium substrate in a cooler range of temperature to thrive. Shrimp Tank's water is absolutely a must and ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels should be kept within limits. More importantly, no copper is allowed to be found in the aquarium as it is considered deadly to them.
Blue Bolt Caridina Shrimp appreciates live aquarium plants. Blue Bolts feel comfortable and secure when surrounded by Java Moss, buce plant, or Anubias as they provide a surface area for food. High-quality fish food is recommended, but you can feed them with zucchini vegetables, and Indian almond leaves. Putting some aquarium decorations such as rocks, caves or driftwood into the tank will benefit them a lot. As this provides hiding places that are necessary for them on most occasions, especially when they are in molting and breeding periods or feel threatened. These freshwater shrimp females carry eggs and hatch the baby shrimp.
Blue Bolt Shrimp should be kept in groups. Ideally, a colony of 6 to 12 specimens is highly recommended. They like to gather with each other and stay relaxed when in large groups. Peaceful and non-territorial as they are, Blue Bolt Shrimp are great invertebrates, inhabitants of any tankmate fish as long as it contains the species sharing similar temperaments. However, many experienced aquarists recommend the shrimp-only tank be better considering its dwarf size and low defensive capability.
What You Can Expect From This Shrimp:
- Eye-catching blue and white pigments
- Required moderate care
- Active even in daytime and non-territorial at all
CARE REQUIREMENTS / TANK PARAMETERS:
- Temperature: 68° - 72°F (20° - 22°C)
- pH: 6.0 – 6.8
- KH: 0 – 2 dKH
- GH: 3 – 6 dGH
- TDS: 100 – 150
- Minimum tank size: 10 gallons
CARE GUIDELINES:
- Diet: They are omnivores and feed on algae, biofilm; however other high quality shrimp foods such as sinking shrimp pellets, crushed flake foods, baby brine shrimp, etc. are all accepted. Vegetation like spinach is also encouraged.
- Social behavior: Peaceful, non-territorial
- Origin: Tank-bred
- Average adult size: 1.25 inches (3 cm)
Checkout more info about Care Guide for Caridina Shrimp
Picture credit to Caro Toth
+1 in the title means that it is a free additional shrimp that we include when you purchase to cover for any Dead on Arrival during transit. We are not going to charge for any additional shrimp that is sent to customers above the amount customers purchase.
FAQs
Are Blue Bolt Shrimp hard to keep?
Blue Bolt Shrimp are considered moderately challenging to keep compared to other freshwater shrimp species. They require stable water conditions, including soft, slightly acidic water with a pH between 6.0-6.8 and temperatures ranging from 68-74°F. Regular water changes and a low-nitrate environment are essential for their health. Blue Bolt Shrimp thrive best in tanks with live aquatic plants, such as Java Moss and Java Ferns, which also help maintain water quality. While they may not be ideal for complete beginners, with proper care and attention, these shrimp can thrive in a well-maintained aquarium.
How big can Blue Bolt Shrimp size get?
Blue Bolt Shrimp can grow up to 1-1.25 inches (2.5-3 cm) in length when fully mature. This size makes them perfect for nano tanks or larger community aquariums. The vibrant blue color of Blue Bolt Shrimp stands out, especially against a backdrop of green plants like Anubias and Cryptocoryne, creating a stunning visual effect in your aquarium. Keeping them in a well-maintained environment will ensure they reach their full size and display their brilliant coloration.
How to breed Blue Bolt Shrimp?
Breeding Blue Bolt Shrimp requires stable water parameters and a stress-free environment. To successfully breed them, keep the water temperature between 72-74°F and maintain soft water with a pH of 6.0-6.5. It’s essential to provide a diet rich in high-quality shrimp food and plenty of hiding spaces, such as aquatic plants and moss, to protect the baby shrimp. Female Blue Bolt Shrimp carry eggs for about 30 days before releasing tiny shrimp into the tank. Regular water changes and keeping a low-stress environment are key to a successful breeding setup.
