Can Blue Bolt Shrimp live with Emerald Cory (Brochis)?
Light caution
Why
- Emerald Cory (Brochis) leaves adult Blue Bolt Shrimp alone but eats the babies — the colony survives with plenty of cover.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–74°F and pH 6–6.6 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Blue Bolt Shrimp | Emerald Cory (Brochis) | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–74°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 5.8–6.6 | 6–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–5 dGH | 2–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 3" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 29 gal |
Together, plan on at least 29 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
Where to buy
- Blue Bolt Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Emerald Cory (Brochis): buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Blue Bolt Shrimp · …with Emerald Cory (Brochis)