10 Red Cherry Shrimp

Scientific Name: Neocaridina heteropoda

Other Scientific Names: Neocaridina davidi 'Red'. Also sometimes still Neocaridina heteropoda var. 'Red' or Neocaridina denticulata sinensis

Common Name: Red Cherry shrimp

Other Common Name: Cherry shrimp, Sakura shrimp, Fire shrimp

 

Temperament: Peaceful

Breeding: Easy

Care Level: Easy

Origin: Taiwan

Found in Wild: No

Life Span: 1-2 Years

Gestation Period: 30 Days

Full Grown Size: 1.75"

Approximate Purchase Size: 0.75"-1"

 

General Water Parameters:

pH Range: 6.2-8.0

Temperature Range: 65-85 °F

GH Range: 4-8

KH Range: 3-15

TDS Range: 150-250

 

The Shrimp Farm’s Water Parameters:

pH Range: 7.0-7.6

Temperature Range: 72-76 °F

GH Range: 7-9

KH Range: 3-4

TDS Range: 175-250

 

Currently Being Fed: https://www.theshrimpfarm.com/articles/cherry-shrimp-feeding.php

How big do Red Cherry Shrimp get?

The females can reach up to around 1.6"/4 cm, while the males stay a bit smaller.

How many Red Cherry Shrimp can I keep per gallon?

You can keep an almost infinite amount of Red Cherry shrimp per gallon of aquarium water volume as long as you make sure to start with at least a 5-gallon tank. Stay on top of maintenance, and the colony should balance itself.

How long do Red Cherry Shrimp live?

Red Cherry shrimp's lifespan strongly depends on factors like water quality, diet, and temperature. In the right conditions, they can make it at least a year, even up to two.

How fast do Red Cherry Shrimp grow?

Pretty darn quickly! In the right conditions, they are able to grow from freshly hatched fry to breeding adults in 2-2.5 months.

Is Red Cherry Shrimp easy to Breed?

If optimal care requirements are met, the Red Cherry Shrimp is fairly easy to breed. It can be difficult to determine the sex of a Red Cherry Shrimp. The males are slightly smaller and have shorter, thinner tail sections. The females are larger with a longer and wider tail section. In our shop, we sell great Breeding Aids for you to help the breeding process go easier and faster.

Will different shrimp species breed with each other?

Yes, most Neocaridina species will breed with other Neocaridina species, and many Caridina species will breed with other Caridina species. Neocaridina species will not breed with Caridina species. It is not recommended to keep any species that may interbreed with each other. Check out our dwarf shrimp compatibility chart to see what shrimp will not interbreed with Red Cherry Shrimp.

Why is my Red Cherry Shrimp losing color?

Red Cherry shrimp can fade if the water quality is off - have you done a water test yet? You can get great water quality test kits in our shop. It can also be related to substrate color. It's often recommended to keep the colorful species on a darker substrate, or they may fade to help them blend in.

How often do Red Cherry Shrimp molt?

Depends on their age! Red Cherry shrimp grow very quickly. This also means they molt a lot (at least every few days at first) until they reach their adult size, after which they slow down to about once a month.

What is the diet of Red Cherry Shrimp?

Red Cherry Shrimp are omnivores and share the same diet that most Dwarf Shrimp enjoy. They will eat just about anything in an aquarium, that is edible. Red Cherry Shrimp will eat the algae that naturally occurs in aquariums. Sinking pellets and blanched (boiled until soft) vegetables make good foods for dwarf shrimp, as well. But Red Cherry will oftentimes need supplemental feedings. Aquarium foods intended for bottom feeders and aquatic invertebrates are readily accepted, as are blanched vegetables (boiled until soft). You can find wide veracity of good shrimp foods in our shop. The Red Cherry Shrimp you order are currently eating Ebita Breed - Quarto 2

Be sure to read the ingredients label carefully, any food containing copper should not be used. (Copper Sulfate is a common ingredient in fish foods)

What type of filter should I use?

A sponge filter is the best filter for a shrimp-only aquarium. Another good option is a corner box filter. Most power filters will suck smaller shrimp into the filter and kill them, so they are not recommended. In our shop, you can find a nice selection of filters that are safe for shrimps.

What are the best plants for Red Cherry Shrimp?

Any aquarium plants are great if you'd like to keep Red Cherry shrimp! They love to hide in and forage on the leaves. A few personal favorites are java moss, floating plants, and hair grass (Eleocharis acicularis). All the plants we sell are great for Red Cherry Shrimp. You can find out more about Freshwater aquarium plants here.

What is the best substrate for Red Cherry Shrimp?

Red Cherry shrimp can lose their color if kept on a light substrate. After all, they're prey animals, so they like to blend in as a means to avoid predators. Your best bet is to go for a dark substrate; the type doesn't matter much for your shrimp. In fact, they even do fine with no substrate at all.

What are the best tank mates for Red Cherry Shrimp?

Red Cherry shrimp, like other dwarf shrimp, are very peaceful and vulnerable creatures. They will never harm any tankmates but will easily fall prey to hungry fish. It might be a good idea to set up a single-species aquarium. Still, peaceful inverts like other shrimp and small snails are always a possibility. You can check out the dwarf shrimp compatibility chart to see what shrimp will be a great match for the Red Cherry Shrimp.

Aquarists who don't mind losing some of their stock can combine them with a number of peaceful species, including the popular Corydoras and Otocinclus catfish, small schooling fish, and more. Learn more about The Best Types Of Fish For Your Shrimp Aquarium here. The shrimp should usually breed quickly enough to sustain the population despite regular casualties, provided there are enough hiding places. Not enough hiding places for your shrimp? We have some great hiding decorations in our shop.

What is the best way to Acclimate my new Red Cherry Shrimp?

When adding new shrimp into your established already existing tank, it is important to take the proper steps in introducing and acclimating them into their new home. The whole process is extremely stressful for the shrimp. Acclimation is important for shrimp as it allows them time to adjust to the temperature and parameters of their new environment. By doing this correctly, you will reduce the chances of shock or death of your new shrimps. You can find the step-by-step process of acclimating shrimp here.

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