{"product_id":"blue-boa-common-grade","title":"Blue Boa (Common grade)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Boa Shrimp – Mixed\/Common Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful and highly variable Caridina variety featuring the distinctive \u003cstrong\u003esnake-like Boa pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e with subtle shades of \u003cstrong\u003eblue, turquoise, green, and teal over a primarily white to cream-colored body\u003c\/strong\u003e. Originating from selectively bred Galaxy Fishbone and Pinto-type Caridina lines, these shrimp offer the unique genetics and intricate patterning of Blue Boa at a more accessible grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike higher-grade \u003cstrong\u003eMetallic Blue Boa\u003c\/strong\u003e, these shrimp are \u003cstrong\u003enot expected to have solid or full-body blue coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e. Common-grade Blue Boas generally retain a predominantly white or cream-colored shell, with varying amounts of blue-green coloration appearing across the head, back, carapace, and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach shrimp is unique. Some individuals may display noticeable \u003cstrong\u003eturquoise or aqua-blue undertones\u003c\/strong\u003e, while others may appear more \u003cstrong\u003emint green, pale blue, cream, or white\u003c\/strong\u003e. Darker black or brown patterning may also be present, creating dramatic contrast against the lighter shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🩵 Mixed\/Common Grade — What to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e⚪ \u003cstrong\u003ePredominantly white to cream-colored body\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🩵 Variable blue, turquoise, aqua, or teal undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e💚 Some individuals may display stronger green or mint coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🐍 Boa-style marbling, cape, spotting, and snakeskin-like patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e⚫ Black or darker markings may be present throughout the body\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🧬 Mixed grade — color coverage, intensity, and pattern will vary significantly between shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Important Color Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The blue coloration of Blue Boa shrimp is \u003cstrong\u003evariable and is not guaranteed to be permanent\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their blue, turquoise, and green undertones can become stronger or weaker over time and may change depending on \u003cstrong\u003eage, maturity, stress, water conditions, diet, lighting, and environment\u003c\/strong\u003e. Shrimp that appear strongly blue at one point may later appear greener, lighter, or predominantly white, and vice versa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are mixed\/common-grade Blue Boas and are not sold as full-blue or high-grade Metallic Blue Boas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Customers should expect a range of appearances similar to the photos shown. Individual shrimp are selected at random, and specific colors, patterns, or levels of blue coverage cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJuvenile shrimp may also appear considerably lighter than mature adults. Boa coloration and patterning can continue developing through successive molts as the shrimp grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll shrimp are \u003cstrong\u003edisease-free and aquarium-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e, bred in controlled environments for healthy and stable individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Caridina shrimp are sold as \u003cstrong\u003eunsexed juveniles, typically between 1\/4\" and 1\/2\" in size when possible\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n⚠️ Boa shrimp are known to be more delicate than many other Caridina varieties. Stable water parameters and a mature, well-established aquarium are crucial for their success.\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🌊 Recommended Water Parameters for Blue Boa Shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–74°F (20–23°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–6.5 (acidic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0–1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTDS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–150 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active soil (pH-buffering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Other Taiwan Bee shrimp or peaceful nano fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Success:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBlue Boa Shrimp thrive in a mature, well-cycled aquarium with soft, acidic water and plenty of established biofilm for grazing. RO water remineralized with a Caridina-specific GH+ mineral is recommended for maintaining consistent parameters. Because selectively bred Boa shrimp can be sensitive to sudden changes, prioritize stable conditions and avoid rapid fluctuations in temperature, pH, or TDS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Live Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll live shrimp are \u003cstrong\u003eguaranteed to arrive alive\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the rare case of a DOA (Dead on Arrival), please follow these steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e📸 Take a \u003cstrong\u003ephoto AND video\u003c\/strong\u003e of the DOA shrimp \u003cstrong\u003einside the unopened bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e⏰ Submit the evidence \u003cstrong\u003ewithin 1 hour\u003c\/strong\u003e of the delivery time to shrimplyfintasticsf@gmail.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e📬 Eligible for refund or reshipment (shipping costs not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shipping costs are non-refundable. Reshipping fees are the buyer’s responsibility. We are not liable for lost\/stolen packages, weather delays, or courier issues—though we’ll do our best to make things right. Please allow 2–3 days to process your claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🚚 Shipping Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrders ship \u003cstrong\u003eMonday through Wednesday\u003c\/strong\u003e to avoid weekend delays\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo order minimum — we ship year-round when weather permits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e📦 Ice or heat packs included if temperatures are below 25°F or above 85°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed special shipping accommodations? 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