{"product_id":"red-cherry-shrimp-grade-a","title":"Red Cherry Shrimp — Grade A","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Cherry Shrimp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade A\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Cherry Shrimp are one of the most popular and recognizable freshwater dwarf shrimp in the aquarium hobby. Their bright red coloration stands out beautifully against green plants, mosses, driftwood, and darker substrates, while their small size makes them an excellent choice for planted aquariums and dedicated shrimp tanks. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the Caridina shrimp we just finished, Red Cherry Shrimp are considerably more forgiving of water chemistry and are an excellent choice for newer shrimp keepers. They thrive in mature, stable aquariums and readily graze on biofilm, algae, detritus, and microorganisms throughout the day. They also reproduce readily in freshwater when conditions are suitable. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–1.2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e5 gallons; 10+ gallons recommended for a colony\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e64–79°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e6.5–8.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e6–12 dGH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e2–8 dKH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTDS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e150–300 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Biofilm, algae and detritus grazer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e6–10+ shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breeds readily and completely in freshwater. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fully cycled, mature aquarium with plants, mosses, driftwood, leaf litter, and plenty of established biofilm is ideal. Sponge filtration is excellent for shrimp colonies because it provides gentle filtration while preventing small shrimplets from being pulled into the filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike Crystal Reds, King Kongs, Galaxy shrimp, and other soft-water Caridina, \u003cstrong\u003eRed Cherry Shrimp do not require active buffering substrate or RO\/DI water under normal circumstances\u003c\/strong\u003e. Stable, appropriately mineralized tap water can work very well provided it falls within suitable parameters. Stability is more important than constantly trying to adjust the water to an exact number. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Cherry Shrimp naturally spend much of the day grazing. Supplemental shrimp pellets, algae-based foods, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-rich shrimp foods can be offered in moderation. Avoid overfeeding, and ensure ammonia and nitrite remain at zero. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are purchasing \u003cstrong\u003eGrade A Red Cherry Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e. Individual shrimp can naturally vary in red coloration, pattern coverage, size, and sex. Aqua Huna selects males and females randomly and does not guarantee a specific sex ratio. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Different \u003cem\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e color varieties can interbreed. If maintaining a consistent Red Cherry line is important, avoid mixing them with Blue Velvet, Orange, Yellow, Rili, and other Neocaridina color strains, as offspring may eventually revert toward wild-type coloration. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":52679579304216,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pack","offer_id":52679579336984,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Pack","offer_id":52679579369752,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-14at11.45.54AM.png?v=1789400765","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/red-cherry-shrimp-grade-a","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}