- Easy species of shrimp to keep
- Omnivorous species that feeds on plant material and detritus in your aquarium
- Best kept either alone or in small groups
What is the Swell Blood Shrimp?
The Blood Shrimp are an amazing species of shrimp which are known for its bright red body which resembles the colour of blood which is how it gets its name. They also feature white spots along their body and legs and they have white antennae which create a beautiful contrast and allow them to stand out in your aquarium. They are naturally shy and nocturnal so they will only come out for food at night, however given enough time they will get used to you and may even come out during the day time
How are these invertebrates delivered to you?
The delivery time for your invertebrates will be two working days if ordered before 2pm Monday - Thursday, and if you ordered after 2pm on a Thursday until Sunday then they should arrive with you by Tuesday. They will arrive in a polystyrene box and be bagged with oxygen which will allow them to stay packaged for up to 48 hours, if they are ordered during winter they will also come with heat pads for warmth. There is a one off £30 delivery charge regardless of how many fish you buy per order.
How do you acclimatise this invertebrates to your aquarium
You need to carefully acclimate your invertebrates when they arrive. To find out all this information and much more be sure to check out our Complete Guide to Buying Live Aquarium Fish Online
Scientific name | Lysmata debelius |
Max size | 6cm |
Minimum Tank size | 60 litres |
Coral Safe? | Yes |
Invertebrate Safe? | Yes |
Care level? | Beginner |
Group Size? | Alone, or small groups |
Dietary Requirements | Omnivorous |
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