Red Cherry Shrimp are a popular freshwater dwarf shrimp known for their vibrant red coloration, peaceful nature, and excellent algae-grazing ability. They are hardy, beginner-friendly, and well suited for planted aquariums and shrimp colonies.
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Red Cherry Shrimp are a popular freshwater dwarf shrimp known for their vibrant red coloration, peaceful nature, and excellent algae-grazing ability. They are hardy, beginner-friendly, and well suited for planted aquariums and shrimp colonies.
Bright red to deep red coloration. Females are generally larger and display stronger coloration than males. Adults reach approximately 2–3 cm in length.
1–2 years
Biofilm, algae, shrimp pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and specialized shrimp foods.
Red Cherry Shrimp are an excellent choice for beginners and planted aquarium keepers, combining vibrant coloration, peaceful behavior, and useful algae-grazing activity.
Beginner – one of the easier freshwater shrimp varieties to keep when sudden water parameter changes are avoided.
5 gallons
6.5–7.8
Moderately soft to moderately hard water with sufficient calcium and minerals for healthy molting.
68–78°F (20–26°C)
Up to 3 cm
Peaceful nano fish, snails, and other compatible dwarf shrimp. Species-only tanks are ideal for maximizing breeding.
Large predatory fish, aggressive fish, crayfish, and other animals that may eat or harass shrimp.
Neocaridina davidi
Atyidae
Taiwan and Southeast Asia; selectively bred worldwide in the aquarium trade
Highly social; best kept in groups and colonies.
Provide natural biofilm and algae along with quality shrimp food, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and mineral-rich foods.
Live-bearer; females carry fertilized eggs under their abdomen until fully developed shrimplets hatch.
Breeds readily under stable conditions. Females carry eggs beneath their abdomen for approximately 3–4 weeks before releasing fully formed miniature shrimplets.
Temperature: 68–78°F (20–26°C), pH: 6.5–7.8, with stable GH and KH suitable for healthy molting.
Molting problems, stress, and sudden mortality can result from unstable water parameters, copper exposure, or inadequate minerals.
Very peaceful and non-aggressive.
Peaceful and active grazers that spend much of their time feeding on biofilm and algae. They are social and thrive in colonies.
Red Cherry Shrimp are a selectively bred red color variety of Neocaridina davidi. They thrive in mature planted aquariums with stable water parameters, biofilm-rich surfaces, hiding places, and sufficient minerals for healthy molting. They reproduce readily when kept in suitable conditions.