Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
Advanced
Freshwater
Peaceful and social. Active during the day. Feeds on algae, biofilm and detritus. Ideal for planted tanks.
Atyidae
Max Size
3.0 cm (1.2")
Min Tank
40 L (11 gal)
Min Group
1+
Diet
Omnivore - balanced diet
Water Parameters
Temperature
18.0-29.0°C
64-84°F
pH
6.5-8.0
Hardness (dGH)
3.0-15.0
Min Tank Size
40 L
11 gal
About
Freshwater shrimp popular in the hobby. Peaceful and social. Excellent for algae control.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful and social. Active during the day. Feeds on algae, biofilm and detritus. Ideal for planted tanks.
Feeding
Omnivore - balanced diet
Breeding
Oviparous. Females carry eggs for 30 days. 20–30 eggs per spawning. Easy to breed in an aquarium. Lifespan 1–2 years.
Care Notes
Sensitive to parameter fluctuations. Sensitive to ammonia. Prefers dark substrate
Compatibility
Good for community tanks
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Neocaridina davidi |
|---|---|
| Family | Atyidae |
| Category | Crustacean |
| Care Level | Advanced |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 3.0 cm (1.2") |
| Min Tank | 40 L (11 gal) |
| Min Group | 1+ |
| Diet | Omnivore - balanced diet |
| Temperament | Peaceful and social. Active during the day. Feeds on algae, biofilm and detritus. Ideal for planted tanks. |
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