Cherry Shrimp

Cherry Shrimp

Neocaridina davidi

Also known as: Red Cherry Shrimp, RCS

💧 Freshwater ✌️ Peaceful 🟢 Easy 🍽️ Omnivore Schooling (5+)

The most popular freshwater shrimp. Bright red coloring (varies by grade), excellent algae and cleanup crew.

Tank Size

5 gal
minimum (10+ preferred)

Temperature

65–80°F
18–27°C

pH Range

6.5–8
water acidity

Max Size

1.5"
3.8 cm

Lifespan

1–2 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Bottom
preferred zone

Care Notes

Breeds readily in good conditions. Sensitive to copper — avoid copper-based medications. Need hiding places.

Feeding

Algae, biofilm, shrimp pellets, blanched vegetables, and leftover fish food.

Compatible Tank Mates

Neon Tetra 1.5" Cardinal Tetra 2" Rummy Nose Tetra 2" Ember Tetra 0.8" Congo Tetra 3.5" Glowlight Tetra 1.5" Harlequin Rasbora 2" Chili Rasbora 0.7" Celestial Pearl Danio 1" Zebra Danio 2" Bloodfin Tetra 2" Lemon Tetra 1.5"

Use Caution With

Black Skirt Tetra 2.5" Serpae Tetra 1.75" Buenos Aires Tetra 3" Green Neon Tetra 1" Silvertip Tetra 2" Phoenix Rasbora 0.8" Colombian Tetra 2.5" Giant Danio 4" Blue Tetra 2.5" Long-Finned Serpae Tetra 1.8" Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid 3" Firemouth Cichlid 6"

Incompatible With

White Cloud Mountain Minnow 1.5" Angelfish 6" Oscar 14" Discus 8" Jack Dempsey 10" Convict Cichlid 5" Green Terror 8" Severum 8" Blood Parrot Cichlid 8" Texas Cichlid 12" Pike Cichlid 10" Salvini Cichlid 8"

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