Blue Bolt Bee Shrimp

Blue Bolt Bee Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis)

One of the most striking Taiwan Bee variants, the Blue Bolt features a vivid blue body that ranges from sky blue to deep cobalt. A true showpiece shrimp for serious Caridina keepers, it needs soft, acidic, stable water to thrive and show its best colour.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 20L with plants, moss, and hiding spots
• Temperature: 20–24°C
• pH Range: 6.0–6.8
• Water Hardness: Soft (GH 4–6, KH 0–2)
• Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
• Diet: Shrimp pellets, algae wafers, blanched spinach, biofilm grazing
• Max Size: 2.5–3cm
• Lifespan: 1–2 years
• Care Level: Difficult (needs soft, acidic, very stable water)

Tank Mates: Best in a shrimp-only tank; Taiwan Bees are sensitive and best kept without fish.

Origin: Captive-bred variant (wild ancestors from China)