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Can Blue Velvet Shrimp live with Snowball Shrimp?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 65–78°F and pH 6.5–7.8 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Blue Velvet ShrimpSnowball Shrimp
Temperature65–78°F65–78°F
pH6.5–7.86.5–7.8
Hardness (GH)4–14 dGH4–14 dGH
Adult size1"1"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank5 gal5 gal

Together, plan on at least 5 gallons.

Where to buy

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.

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Everything compatible with Blue Velvet Shrimp · …with Snowball Shrimp

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