Our Guide To Keeping Cherry Shrimp

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Neocaridina davidi
   • Common name: Cherry Shrimp
   • Family: Atyidae
   • Origin: Taiwan
   • Adult length: 2.5 cm
   • Lifespan: 1.5 to 2 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Cherry Shrimp thrive in densely planted tanks with lots of hiding places. A minimum tank size of 10 gallons is suitable for a colony of these shrimp.
   • Provide plenty of mosses, such as Java Moss or Christmas Moss, and other plants like Anubias to create a natural environment and to support biofilm growth.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Cherry Shrimp prefer stable water conditions with a pH range of 6.5 to 8.0.
   • Maintain a water temperature between 18 to 24°C (64 to 75°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a gentle filter or sponge filter to avoid sucking up baby shrimp or causing strong currents that could stress them.

5. Diet:

   • Cherry Shrimp are scavengers and omnivores, feeding on algae, biofilm, and detritus in the aquarium. Supplement their diet with blanched vegetables like zucchini, spinach, or commercial shrimp pellets.
   • Avoid overfeeding to maintain good water quality.

6. Tank mates:

   • Cherry Shrimp are peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive species like small peaceful fish (e.g., small tetras, rasboras, guppies), snails, and other dwarf shrimp species.
   • Avoid keeping them with large or aggressive fish that may prey on or harass them.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Cherry Shrimp are active scavengers and breed readily in suitable conditions. They are best kept in groups to enhance their activity levels and breeding behavior.
   • Provide adequate hiding places to help them feel secure and reduce stress.