Bring bold, vivid crimson colour to your planted aquarium with Fire Red Shrimp. These selectively bred Neocaridina are prized for their rich red pigmentation and peaceful nature. Watch them explore mosses, plants and hardscape as they graze for biofilm and soft algae, adding constant movement and colour to your freshwater aquarium.
Common Name: Fire Red ShrimpScientific Name: Neocaridina davidi (Fire Red variety)Origin: Selectively bred aquarium strainMaximum Size: 2–2.5 cm (0.8–1 inch)
Fire Red Shrimp Water Parameters
pH
6.4–7.5
GH
9–15
KH
3–15
TDS
100–300 ppm
Temperature
18–26°C (64–80°F)
Stable conditions matter more than chasing exact numbers.
About Fire Red Shrimp Fire Red Shrimp are a selectively bred, intensely red colour grade of Neocaridina davidi. Compared with many standard Red Cherry Shrimp, Fire Reds are selected for strong, more extensive red pigmentation. Colour depth and coverage can vary by individual, age and sex.
Aquarium Setup & Care Provide a mature, fully cycled aquarium with stable water chemistry, live plants, mosses and hiding spaces. A sponge filter or protected filter intake helps protect shrimplets. Avoid sudden changes in water parameters and copper-containing medications.
Feeding & Nutrition Breeding Fire Red Shrimp In a mature aquarium with stable conditions, Neocaridina shrimp can breed readily. Mosses and dense planting provide cover for newly hatched shrimplets. To help maintain deep red coloration over generations, keep a dedicated Fire Red colony and selectively breed well-coloured shrimp. Mixing Neocaridina colour strains may produce unpredictable offspring.
Acclimation & Live Shipping Inspect shrimp promptly on arrival and acclimate carefully to differences in temperature and water chemistry. Avoid sudden changes. Orders are supported by The Wet Leaf's 100% Live Arrival Guarantee, subject to published terms.
Frequently Asked Questions What is the difference between Fire Red and Red Cherry Shrimp? Fire Red Shrimp are generally selected for deeper, more extensive red body coverage, although individual coloration varies.Are Fire Red Shrimp suitable for beginners? Yes, in a mature aquarium with stable water conditions.Can they live with fish? Some peaceful fish may coexist, but many fish eat baby shrimp. A shrimp-only aquarium offers better breeding survival.
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