Cherry shrimp care
Neocaridina davidi
Cherry shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) grows to about 2.5 cm (1 in) and needs a tank of at least 20 liters (5 US gallons). Keep it at 18–28 °C (64–82 °F) with a pH of 6.5–8.
FreshwaterEasyPeacefulEats algae
Adult size2.5 cm · 1 in
Smallest tank20 L · 5 gal
Temperature18–28 °C · 64–82 °F
pH6.5–8
GroupGroups of 10+
TemperamentPeaceful
SwimsBottom
DietOmnivore
Usually fine with
Neon tetraGuppyPlatyCardinal tetraBronze corydorasZebra danioHarlequin rasboraBristlenose plecoCherry barbOtocinclusEmber tetraChili rasbora
Avoid with
AngelfishMollySwordtailKuhli loachFancy goldfishPearl gouramiParadise fishRosy barbPictus catfishClown loachYoyo loachDiscus
Track your tank with Guppi
Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.
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