Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
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Ideal Tank Water Parameters
Temperature
18–25°C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH
6–8 dGH
KH
1–4 dKH
TDS
150–250
Ammonia / NO₂
0 ppm
Nitrate
<20 ppm
Min. Tank
20 L
Care Guidelines
settingsSetup
Cycle your tank fully before adding shrimp — ammonia and nitrite must read 0 ppm. Add dense planting (java moss, hornwort, anubias) and use a sponge filter.
restaurantFeeding
Supplement with shrimp pellets or blanched vegetables 2–3× per week. Remove uneaten food within 24 hours to prevent ammonia spikes.
family_restroomBreeding
Breed readily in stable, warm conditions (22–24°C). Females carry eggs for 3–4 weeks. Keep a 1:3 male-to-female ratio for healthy colony growth.
warningWhat to Avoid
Copper-based medications are fatal. Avoid aggressive tank mates and sudden swings in temperature or pH.
Shrimp Grading Guide
Cherry
Translucent body with light red patches. Entry-level grade.
Sakura
More solid red coverage with fewer clear areas.
Fire Red
Deep vivid red across the entire body with minimal transparency.
Painted Fire Red
Full opaque red head to tail. The highest standard — zero clear patches.
Blood Mary / Carbon Rili
Specialty selectively-bred lines with near-black or high-contrast patterning.
FAQs
Are red cherry shrimp beginner-friendly?
Yes. Neocaridina davidi is the most beginner-friendly freshwater shrimp. They adapt well to a wide range of conditions and require no specialist equipment.
How many shrimp per litre?
1–2 shrimp per litre is a safe starting point. In a well-planted, cycled tank colonies grow dense over time.
Can red shrimp live with fish?
Yes — choose peaceful nano fish: ember tetras, CPDs, otocinclus, small rasboras. Avoid any fish large enough to swallow a shrimp.
How long do they live?
1–2 years with proper care. Colonies are self-sustaining — your population keeps cycling through generations as long as conditions are stable.
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