Can Blue Tiger Shrimp live with Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- Blue Tiger Shrimp and Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp are the same species — they interbreed and their offspring revert to muddy wild-type colour.
Sweet spot: both do well at 65–75°F and pH 6–7.2 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Blue Tiger Shrimp | Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–75°F | 65–75°F |
| pH | 5.8–7.2 | 6–7.2 |
| Hardness (GH) | 3–8 dGH | 3–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.2" | 1.2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 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.
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