The cherry shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) is a peaceful shrimp that grows to about 1.5 inches and spends its time near the bottom. Keep at least 6 together, in a tank of 5 gallons or more, at 65–80°F and pH 6.5–8.
5 galsmallest tank
1.5″adult size
65–80°Ftemperature
6.5–8pH
6+group size
Peacefultemperament
Good tankmates
Avoid
- ✕Paradise fish: Paradise fish is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Angelfish: Angelfish grows big enough to eat Cherry shrimp.
- ✕Convict cichlid: Convict cichlid is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Oscar: Oscar is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Pea puffer: Pea puffer is aggressive and best kept alone.
From TankCoach's own species data: common hobby guidance for adults, rounded. Individual fish vary. Not veterinary advice.