Blue Cherry Shrimp

Blue Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)

A selectively bred blue variant of the hardy Cherry Shrimp, the Blue Cherry ranges from light sky blue to deep sapphire. Hardy, peaceful, and prolific, it's one of the easiest coloured shrimp to keep and a stunning addition to planted and nano tanks.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 20L with plants, moss, and hiding spots
• Temperature: 18–26°C
• pH Range: 6.5–8.0
• Water Hardness: Moderate to hard (GH 6–10)
• Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
• Diet: Shrimp pellets, algae wafers, blanched spinach, biofilm grazing
• Max Size: 2.5–3.5cm
• Lifespan: 1–2 years
• Care Level: Easy

Tank Mates: Small peaceful fish such as tetras and rasboras; best in a shrimp-only or heavily planted tank for breeding.

Origin: Captive-bred variant (wild ancestors from Taiwan)