Red Cherry Shrimp - (No Online Purchases)

Name: Red Cherry Shrimp - Instore pick up only

Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi

Description: A vibrant, bright red freshwater dwarf shrimp popular for its striking colouration, peaceful nature and excellent algae-cleaning abilities. Red Cherry Shrimp are active scavengers that spend much of their time grazing on algae, biofilm and leftover food. Their brilliant red colouration makes them a beautiful addition to planted and nano aquariums. Females are generally larger and more intensely coloured than males. Hardy and relatively easy to care for, they are ideal for beginner and experienced shrimp keepers alike.

Origin: Originally native to Taiwan and parts of East Asia. The Red Cherry Shrimp is a selectively bred colour variety of Neocaridina davidi.

pH: Approximately 6.5–8.0

Temperature: Around 20–26°C

Adult Size: Approximately 2.5–3.5 cm

Lifespan: 1–2 years with proper care.

Food: Omnivorous scavengers. Feed on algae, biofilm, decaying plant matter and leftover fish food. Supplement with quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, spirulina-based foods and occasional blanched vegetables such as zucchini, spinach and cucumber. A varied diet supports healthy growth, moulting and colouration.

Compatibility: Extremely peaceful and best kept in groups of six or more. Ideal for shrimp-only aquariums or carefully selected peaceful community tanks. Suitable companions may include small, non-aggressive fish such as Otocinclus, although most fish will eat baby shrimp if given the opportunity. Avoid larger, aggressive or predatory fish, including many cichlids. Red Cherry Shrimp breed readily in suitable conditions and can establish thriving colonies.

Habitat: A well-established, heavily planted freshwater aquarium with plenty of moss, driftwood, rocks and hiding places. Java Moss, Subwassertang and other fine-leaved plants provide excellent grazing surfaces and shelter for young shrimp. Prefers stable water parameters, gentle filtration and low to moderate water flow. Sponge filters are ideal as they prevent baby shrimp from being drawn into the filtration system. A minimum aquarium size of approximately 20 litres is recommended for a small colony, with larger tanks providing greater water stability. Avoid copper-based medications and sudden changes in water chemistry, as shrimp are particularly sensitive to these.