High Grade Red Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi),
Buy healthy High Grade Red Neocaridina Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi), one of the UK's most popular freshwater dwarf shrimp. Renowned for their intense red colouration, peaceful temperament and easy care, Red Cherry Shrimp are perfect for planted aquariums, nano tanks and community aquariums. They also help graze on soft algae, biofilm and leftover food, making them both beautiful and practical additions to your aquarium.
Carefully packed for safe UK delivery.
These hardy freshwater shrimp are ideal for beginners and experienced aquarists alike. They breed readily in freshwater, making them one of the easiest and most rewarding shrimp species to keep and establish in a healthy planted aquarium.
Why Choose High Grade Red Neocaridina Shrimp?
- Vibrant high-grade red colouration
- Peaceful and community-tank safe
- Excellent for planted aquariums and nano tanks
- Hardy and beginner friendly
- Readily breeds in freshwater
- Helps graze on soft algae and biofilm
- Carefully selected healthy UK-bred shrimp
Perfect For
✓ Nano aquariums
✓ Planted aquariums
✓ Community tanks
✓ Shrimp breeding colonies
✓ Beginners
Compatibility
Red Cherry Shrimp spend much of the day grazing on biofilm, soft algae and microscopic food, helping maintain a healthy, balanced planted aquarium. They are best kept with peaceful tank mates and plenty of live plants or mosses for shelter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Red Cherry Shrimp easy to keep?
Yes. Red Cherry Shrimp are one of the easiest freshwater shrimp to care for, making them an excellent choice for beginners and experienced aquarists alike. They thrive in established aquariums with stable water parameters, plenty of live plants and regular maintenance.
Will Red Cherry Shrimp breed in my aquarium?
Yes. Red Cherry Shrimp breed readily in freshwater aquariums when kept in healthy, stable conditions. Females carry their eggs beneath their abdomen until the young hatch as fully formed miniature shrimp, with no special care or brackish water required.
What fish can live with Red Cherry Shrimp?
Red Cherry Shrimp are best kept with peaceful community fish such as small rasboras, ember tetras, otocinclus and pygmy corydoras. Avoid large or aggressive fish that may prey on shrimp. A well-planted aquarium with plenty of mosses and hiding places will help shrimp feel secure and encourage natural behaviour.
Do Red Cherry Shrimp eat algae?
Yes. Red Cherry Shrimp graze continuously on soft algae, biofilm and leftover food throughout the aquarium. While they won't solve severe algae problems on their own, they are an excellent addition to a natural clean-up crew and help keep planted aquariums healthy and tidy.
How many Red Cherry Shrimp should I buy?
Red Cherry Shrimp are social and do best in groups. We recommend starting with at least 5–20 shrimp depending on tank size to help them settle, encourage natural behaviour and establish a healthy breeding colony. Larger groups are ideal for bigger planted aquariums.
Why are my shrimp different shades of red?
Natural colour variation is completely normal. Younger shrimp and males are often lighter in colour, while mature females usually develop a deeper, more intense red. Colour can also be influenced by genetics, diet, water quality and the aquarium environment. All of our shrimp are carefully selected for good colour and overall health.
Shipping & Guarantee
All shrimp are UK-bred premium stock, packed carefully for safe live shrimp delivery across the UK.
We ship Monday to Thursday using insulated packaging and include extra shrimp with every order:
1 extra for every 5 or 10 shrimp ordered
2 extra for 20 shrimp orders
Your shrimp are covered by our Live Arrival (DOA) Guarantee. In the unlikely event of loss during delivery, please send a clear photo within 2 hours of receipt, and we’ll refund or replace them promptly.
