{"product_id":"shrimp-velvet","title":"Shrimp-Blue velvet","description":"\u003ch4 data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"96\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eBlue Velvet Shrimp are a beautiful freshwater dwarf shrimp variety admired for their soft sky-blue to powder-blue coloration. Their lighter, velvety blue appearance provides a striking contrast against dark substrates and vibrant green plants, making them a favourite among aquascaping enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eHardy, peaceful, and easy to care for, Blue Velvet Shrimp are ideal for both beginner and experienced shrimp keepers. 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Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlue Velvet Shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e275w0\" data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSelectively bred colour morph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yjh773\" data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"836\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rwau0\" data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2.5–3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"klbl78\" data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"889\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1–2 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data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2–6 dKH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10hdc1t\" data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eTDS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e180–250 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tmhqkm\" data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e20 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jyojz4\" data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eWell-established aquarium with stable water parameters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tc2vrr\" data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003ePlenty of mosses, live plants, driftwood, and hiding places.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wbjgum\" data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eShrimp-safe filtration, such as a sponge filter, is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qofkox\" data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eDark substrates enhance their delicate blue colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eBlue Velvet Shrimp are omnivorous scavengers and thrive on a varied diet including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\n\u003cli 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Females carry eggs beneath their abdomen for approximately 3–4 weeks before releasing fully formed miniature shrimp. Maintaining a separate breeding colony helps preserve their attractive light blue coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5h8pjj\" data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eWhy You'll Love Blue Velvet Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2455\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e✔ Beautiful soft sky-blue to powder-blue colouration\u003cbr data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003e✔ Excellent algae and biofilm grazers\u003cbr data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e✔ Perfect for planted and nano aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003e✔ Hardy, peaceful, and beginner-friendly\u003cbr data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003e✔ Easy to breed in freshwater\u003cbr data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e✔ Constantly active and fascinating to watch\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coastal Aquariums-freshwater shrimp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48770923364584,"sku":"6E0497","price":65.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0328\/5752\/2307\/files\/images_2ff013fa-f9c5-4bf7-a3ed-2393fd1839a6.jpg?v=1784360724","url":"https:\/\/coastalpets.co.za\/products\/shrimp-velvet","provider":"Coastal Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}