Cherry Shrimp

 

Cherry shrimp are the talk of the aquarium world. Neocaridina davidi, as these tiny, colorful shrimp are officially called, are well-liked for their bright red colors and laid-back attitude. 

Cherry shrimp give any freshwater tank a burst of color and vitality. These tiny creatures are hard workers as well, gladly eating up algae to keep your tank clean. But they're more than simply adorable faces.

Cherry Shrimp Care

Taking good care of cherry shrimp involves more than simply keeping the right temperature.

Water Parameters

Well-maintained freshwater environments are ideal for cherry shrimp. The following water parameters are suggested by us:

• GH: 4–8 dGH

•  pH range: 6.5–8.0

• KH: 3-7 dKH

• Nitrite and ammonia: 0 ppm

• Nitrate: less than 20 parts per million

Maintaining ideal water quality requires partial weekly water changes (10–20%) and routine water testing.

Diet and Nutrition

Feeding cherry shrimp isn't too hard. These little guys eat a lot of the algae that grows in your tank naturally. It's like they're tiny cleaners! But they need more than just that to stay healthy. 

You can give them special shrimp food from the pet store. They also love vegetables. 

Bright red coloring and high levels of activity characterize contented cherry shrimp. Observing them dart around the tank in search of food is entertaining.

• Algae Wafers

• Shrimp Pellets

• Blanched Zucchini

• Blanched Spinach

• Blanched Cucumber

• Fish Flakes

• Freeze-Dried Bloodworms

• Biofilm

• Decaying Plant Matter

• Indian Almond Leaves

• Mulberry Leaves

• Bee Pollen

• Powdered Shrimp Food

• Infusoria

• Leaf Litter

• Cut Cucumber Slices

• Boiled Carrot Slices

• Algae Scraps

• Commercial Shrimp Food

• Chopped Spinach

• Shelled Peas

• Pumpkin Slices

• Kelp Wafers

• Nettle Leaves

• Calcium Supplements.

Tank Setup

• Creating an ideal habitat for your cherry shrimp involves:

• Establishing the ideal habitat for your cherry shrimp requires

• Foraging on fine-grained substrate

• supplying a ton of rock, driftwood, and plant hiding places

• Using a sponge filter or a well-baffled HOB filter to ensure a smooth water flow

• Maintaining a tank size of at least 5 gallons for a small colony

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Cherry Shrimp Size 

Here's a breakdown of their growth stages:

• Shrimplets just hatched: 1-2 mm

• Shrimp juvenile: 3–8 mm

• Cherry shrimp adults: 15–25 mm

• Healthy growth and development will be ensured by providing ideal care settings.

Red Cherry Shrimp

Red cherry shrimp is their gorgeous red coloring.

1. Provide a diet high in carotenoids, which are present in some commercial foods and algae.

2. Offer a dark background so that their colors stand out.

3. Make sure there is minimal stress by keeping the water at its ideal state.

4. To improve color intensity over generations, think about selective breeding.

Cherry Shrimp For Sale

•  Fish markets in the area that focus on freshwater invertebrates

•  Internet-based aquarium retailers with positive feedback and live delivery guarantees

•  Local hobby breeders (typically discovered via forums or aquarium groups)

•  Attending aquarium shows or swap meets for unique varieties.

Cherry Shrimp Eggs

Cherry shrimp eggs are pretty cool to see. When a female shrimp is carrying eggs, we call her "berried". You'll notice a bunch of tiny round things under her tail - those are the eggs.

They usually look green or yellowish at first, then get darker as they grow. A mom shrimp might have anywhere from 20 to 30 eggs at a time. 

She'll carry them around for about 3 weeks, fanning them with her legs to keep them clean and give them oxygen. 

When the eggs are ready to hatch, you might see tiny baby shrimp that look like specks moving around. 

It's amazing how small they are! The babies can take care of themselves right away, but they'll hide a lot to stay safe from bigger tank mates.

Cherry Shrimp Weigh and Height

Tiny animals called cherry shrimp inhabit freshwater aquariums. When completely developed, the majority of them are barely a little over an inch long. 

They weigh very little—probably not much more than a paperclip.

Cherry Shrimp Temperature

These tiny creatures prefer their water to be slightly warm, not scorching. the ideal temperature is between 70 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit. 

If it becomes too hot or too cold, they could become anxious.

Cherry Shrimp Lifespan

If you give them proper care, they can live for a year or two. These are quite resilient small animals that can adjust to many tank designs. 

They'll be content as long as their water is pure and they eat enough.

Breeding Cherry Shrimp

Cherry shrimp are easy to breed. In your aquarium, the shrimp that are male and female will most likely begin reproducing on their own. Not much work needs to be done.

Breeding cherry shrimp is simple. When the shrimp are ready to spawn, the females, or girl shrimp, will round out. 

Then, under their tails, you will see little eggs. We call them "berries" because they appear to be carrying little berries.

The newborns are very little, appearing as tiny moving dots when they first emerge. 

Although they are capable of taking care of themselves immediately, they prefer to cover up. Make sure your tank is filled with mosses or plants so they have somewhere to hide.

The little shrimp will develop very quickly. They will begin to take on color in a few months. 

They may appear clear or light pink at first. They will become as bright red as their parents when they get older.

Simply keep your tank clean and feed your shrimp well if you want more offspring. 

The rest is up to them! Just watch out not to overfeed, as this may pollute the water. The infants can grow up safely in this way.

Cherry Shrimp Facts

• Small freshwater animals are called cherry shrimp.

• Their original home is Taiwan.

• They go by Neocaridina davidi in science.

• They can be any color, though their typical color is bright red.

• Cherry shrimp have a maximum length of one inch.

• Cherry shrimp are excellent aquarium cleaners of algae.

• They get along with most fish and are calm.

• Generally speaking, female cherry shrimp are larger than males.

• In-home tanks, they reproduce readily.

• Shrimplets are the young cherry shrimp.

• A woman can give birth to 20–30 children at once.

• As they mature, cherry shrimp molt, removing their old shell.

• They swim and move about the tank using their short legs.

• Due to their ease of maintenance, cherry shrimp are popular pets.

Conclusion

The Cherry Shrimp in your fish tank is a cool little creature. They keep your tank clean, are entertaining to watch, and require little maintenance. 

They will be content and may even procreate if you provide them with clean water, wholesome food, and some plants to hide within.

FAQS

Q: Can cherry shrimp change color?

Yeah, sometimes stress or diet can make them appear less red. Shrimp that are happy and well-fed tend to be brighter in color.