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Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)

Cherry Shrimp

Neocaridina davidi

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Hardy and breeds readily in a mature planted tank. Sensitive to copper and sudden changes in water parameters.

Adult size
1.2 in
Smallest tank
5 gal
Keep them in groups of
10+
Temperature
65–80 °F
pH · hardness
6.5–8 · 4–14 dGH
Food
Omnivore: biofilm, algae, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables
Start a freshwater build to add this

Gets along with

Chili RasboraNerite SnailRamshorn SnailMalaysian Trumpet SnailAssassin SnailBlue Dream ShrimpGhost ShrimpEmber Tetra

Think twice about

Betta (male) — may hunt dwarf shrimpScarlet Badis — may hunt dwarf shrimpClown Killifish — may hunt dwarf shrimpSparkling Gourami — may hunt dwarf shrimpNeon Tetra — may hunt dwarf shrimpLambchop Rasbora — may hunt dwarf shrimp

Easy plants for the same tank

Java MossSubwassertangFlame MossChristmas MossDwarf Four-Leaf CloverDwarf Sagittaria

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.