Bloody Mary Shrimp
Bloody Mary Shrimp are truly stunning freshwater creatures that captivate aquarium enthusiasts. These tiny shrimp are often compared to the popular Red Cherry Shrimp, but they have a few distinct features that set them apart:
Vibrant Red Coloration
Unlike the Red Cherry Shrimp, whose red coloration is limited to their shells, Bloody Mary Shrimp have a deep, rich red hue that permeates their entire flesh. This vibrant coloration is a key identifying characteristic of this variety.
Shorter Rostrum
Another distinguishing feature of Bloody Mary Shrimp is their shorter rostrum, or "beak," when compared to their Cherry Shrimp counterparts. This subtle difference in body shape can help aquarists easily identify this unique shrimp species.
GH - 8
KH - 8
TDS - 250
Temperature - Room
Neocaridina can tolerate a wide range of water parameters, in our case we can use Omaha NE tap water.
Imported
Imported shrimp often get a bad reputation. They’re typically more affordable than homebred shrimp, but the journey is long and stressful—many shipments travel from outdoor farms in Asia to wholesalers in California, and then across the country. During this process, shrimp face extreme changes in water conditions, handling, and transport, which can lead to high stress and losses.
In the aquarium trade, it’s common for wholesalers and local fish stores to move imports quickly, selling them to customers within days of arrival. This means hobbyists are often left to deal with the stress, losses, and acclimation challenges that come with freshly imported animals. Essentially, the risk is passed on to the customer.
At Aqua Atomic, we do things differently. All imports are quarantined for at least 3 weeks before being offered for sale. The majority of issues happen in the first 10 days, and by holding them longer, we absorb that risk ourselves—so you don’t have to. The result is healthier, better-acclimated shrimp at a fraction of the cost of homebred stock.
Homebred
Homebred shrimp are usually 2 or more generations removed from imports. Hobbyists carefully manage their colonies through culling and selective breeding to maintain strong coloration and stable traits. While imports often arrive with excellent coloration, homebred shrimp are valued for their long-term stability and adaptability to local water parameters.
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