Can Blue Velvet Shrimp live with Brazos Dwarf Crayfish?
Not recommended
Why
- Brazos Dwarf Crayfish will eat adult Blue Velvet Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
Side-by-side
| Blue Velvet Shrimp | Brazos Dwarf Crayfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–78°F | 65–75°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.8 | 6.5–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–14 dGH | 5–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Blue Velvet Shrimp (to keep Brazos Dwarf Crayfish):
- Amano Shrimp — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Bamboo / Wood Shrimp — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Vampire Shrimp — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Brazos Dwarf Crayfish (to keep Blue Velvet Shrimp):
- Amano Shrimp — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Blue Tiger Shrimp — 1.2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Ghost Shrimp — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Blue Velvet Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Brazos Dwarf Crayfish: 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 Velvet Shrimp · …with Brazos Dwarf Crayfish