Blue Galaxy Snowflake Caridina Shrimp – Blue & White Pattern

Blue Galaxy Snowflake is a Caridina shrimp recognised for its blue body colour and intricate white Snowflake and Galaxy-style markings. Pale spots and irregular patterned areas contrast against the blue pigmentation, creating the highly detailed appearance associated with this selectively bred ornamental line. Pattern density, blue intensity and white coverage can vary considerably between individuals, giving each shrimp its own expression. This combination of cool blue coloration and complex Snowflake patterning makes Blue Galaxy Snowflake particularly appealing to Caridina collectors, breeders and aquascapers looking for a distinctive shrimp for established planted aquariums.

Highlights

• Blue body colour with contrasting white Snowflake markings
• Galaxy-style spots and detailed patterning across the body
• Distinctive Snowflake phenotype with strong visual contrast
• Pattern density and blue intensity vary between individuals
• Rare Caridina line for collectors and breeding projects

Care Notes

Blue Galaxy Snowflake shrimp are best maintained in a mature, fully cycled soft-water aquarium with stable conditions. A buffering active substrate paired with remineralised RO water is commonly used to maintain the low KH and mildly acidic environment preferred by specialised Caridina. Provide established biofilm, mosses and other grazing surfaces, supplemented with a balanced shrimp diet. Avoid sudden changes in temperature, TDS or water chemistry, particularly during water changes. Stable parameters and consistent water quality are more important than repeatedly adjusting the aquarium to reach exact numbers, especially when maintaining a colony for long-term health and breeding.