Bloody Mary Shrimp

Scientific Name: Neocaridina. Davidi
Common Name: Bloody Mary Shrimp
Fully Grown Size: 1.6 inches (4cm)

Bloody Mary is unique compared to Red Cherry Shrimp. Bloody Mary has a shorter rostrum than Red Cherry Shrimp and is red-fleshed instead of having a red shell. Bloody mary can be translucent red or can be as dark as a Painted Fire Shrimp.  Bloody Mary has amazing coloration and is beautiful in every way. 

Bloody Mary comes from the Neocaridina Davidi Line and has been selectively bred to get its red flesh color. Although there are multiple colors of neocaridina in the same line, it is not recommended to mix them to keep the genes to be the purist it can be. If you do however mix the colors, you will most likely end up with wild brown colored offsprings.

Bloody Mary like all neocaridinas are slightly harder to sex until they mature. Once they mature, the female will have a curved underbelly and the male will have a straight underbelly.

These are popular among the shrimp hobby and are great for people getting into the hobby. A general rule of thumb of keeping shrimps is 10 shrimps per gallon.  Bloody Mary are non-aggressive and spend most of their time eating algae and biofilm off plants, glass, and substrate. They make excellent clean up crews for aquascape tanks. 

Blood Mary are easy to care for as they require remineralized RO water or tap. If you are using tap, keep in mind to check for any harmful metals or chemicals in the water as all tap water is different and some aren't safe to use. When using fertilizer, make sure it does not contain copper as it is harmful to the shrimp’s health.

Water Parameter:
Ph 6.6-7.6
TDS 150-300 
GH 4-8
KH 0-4
Temperature 72-75F

Tank Set up:
Remineralized RO with SL Aqua GH Conditioner and SL Aqua KH Conditioner
Black Lava Rocks
QV-200A Sponge Filter

Diet:
SL Aqua MORE White (Rich in minerals and trace elements to promote healthy growth and molts and enhances colorations for shrimps.)
SL Aqua MORE Meat (Increases growth rate)
SL Aqua MORE Veggie (Provides a balanced diet, enhances coloration, and promotes shrimp's immunity)