Blue Tiger Rusty OE Shrimp – Rusty Blue Orange Eye Tiger

Blue Tiger Rusty OE is a Caridina mariae shrimp combining the characteristic Blue Tiger appearance with distinctive rusty red-to-brown pigmentation and the Orange Eye trait. The photographed shrimp displays a dark blue base overlaid with warm rusty tones across the abdomen and carapace, creating a complex mix of cool and warm coloration. Its bright orange eyes provide a striking contrast against the darker body. Rusty expression, blue intensity and overall colour coverage can naturally vary between individuals, giving each shrimp a distinctive appearance while retaining the characteristic Orange Eye Blue Tiger phenotype.

Highlights

• Dark blue base with distinctive rusty red-to-brown coloration
• Bright Orange Eye trait creates strong contrast
• Characteristic Tiger lineage and body appearance
• Blue and rusty tones can overlap across the carapace and abdomen
• Colour intensity and rusty coverage vary between individuals
• Distinctive OEBT variety for Tiger shrimp collectors and breeders

Care Notes

Blue Tiger Rusty OE shrimp are best maintained in a mature, fully cycled aquarium with clean and stable water conditions. A mildly acidic to near-neutral environment with moderate mineral content is well suited to Caridina mariae Tiger shrimp. Provide established biofilm, mosses and other grazing surfaces alongside a balanced shrimp diet. Avoid sudden changes in temperature, TDS or mineral concentration, particularly during water changes. Careful acclimation and consistent water chemistry help support healthy moulting, coloration and long-term breeding.