Can neon tetras and cherry shrimp live together?
✓
Yes
Neon tetra and cherry shrimp share water conditions and temperament, so they can live together in a tank of at least 10 gallons.
Temperature °F
Neon tetra
70–81
Cherry shrimp
65–80
Both
70–80
pH
Neon tetra
6–7.5
Cherry shrimp
6.5–8
Both
6.5–7.5
10 galsmallest tank for both
6 + 6minimum group of each
1.5″ / 1.5″adult size
Why
- ✓Both are comfortable at 70–80°F.
- ✓Both do well at pH 6.5–7.5.
Verdicts come from TankCoach's own species data and the same rules as the stocking calculator. Individual fish vary; watch new tankmates closely for the first days.
About these fish: Neon tetra · Cherry shrimp