Add a bold splash of color and contrast to your aquarium with Blue Rili Shrimp. Known for their unique pattern—featuring deep blue coloration on the head and tail with a translucent or lighter midsection—these shrimp create a striking, high-end look in any tank.
Blue Rilis are not only beautiful but also incredibly hardy, making them a great choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists. As active scavengers, they help keep your tank clean by feeding on biofilm, algae, and leftover food, contributing to a balanced ecosystem.
These shrimp thrive in planted aquariums and breed readily in stable conditions, allowing you to grow your colony over time. Their peaceful nature makes them perfect for community tanks with other small, non-aggressive species.
Reviewed by The Shrimp Farm Team based on our experience keeping, breeding, and shipping Blue Rili Shrimp.
Unique blue “rili” pattern with translucent midsection
Natural tank cleaners—help reduce algae and waste
Perfect for planted aquariums
Easy to breed and colony-forming
Peaceful and community-friendly
Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi
Temperature: 68–78°F
Tank Size: 5+ gallons recommended
Diet: Algae, biofilm, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables
For best coloration and long-term colony health, keep Blue Rili Shrimp in a species-only tank or with other Neocaridina of similar coloration to avoid reverting to wild-type patterns over generations.
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Scientific Name: Neocaridina heteropoda Var. Rili Common Name: Blue Rili Shrimp Origin: Taiwan Found in the wild : No