🦐 Red Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
🦐Red Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
Freshwater Dwarf Shrimp • Aquarium Cleaner Shrimp • Nano Tank Invertebrate • Beginner Shrimp Species
📋 The Red Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi), commonly known as Cherry Shrimp, is one of the most popular freshwater shrimp varieties, prized for its Bright Red Coloration and active cleaning behavior.
This hardy shrimp is perfect for nano and planted aquariums, where it feeds on algae, biofilm, and leftover food.
It is peaceful and thrives in colonies, adding both vibrant color and utility to community tanks.
With proper care, it excels as a Low-Maintenance Aquarium Cleaning Shrimp in freshwater systems.
💡 Highlights
🔴 Bright Red Coloration: Classic cherry shrimp appearance
🧽 Natural Cleaner: Consumes algae and biofilm
👥 Colony Shrimp: Best kept in groups
🌿 Planted Tank Friendly: Ideal for aquascapes
💚 Beginner Friendly: Hardy and easy to care for
🧾 A Quick Look at the Red Neocaridina Shrimp
📛 Common Name: Red Neocaridina Shrimp (Cherry Shrimp)
🔬 Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi
👨👩👧 Family: Atyidae
🌍 Origin: Taiwan (selectively bred)
📏 Max Size: 2–3 cm (≈ 0.8–1.2″)
💧 pH Range: 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 20–26 °C (≈ 68–79 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🌿 Planted Tank Safe: ✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 20 L (≈ 5 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom • Surfaces
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 1–2 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore (scavenger)
🐣 Reproduction: Live-bearing (egg carrier)

















