Shop freshwater shrimp for sale at Tropical Treasures Wyo, including colorful Neocaridina shrimp, Caridina shrimp, Amano shrimp, Ghost shrimp, and other popular aquarium shrimp for planted tanks, nano aquariums, and peaceful community setups.
Freshwater aquarium shrimp are active, colorful, and helpful invertebrates that graze on biofilm, soft algae, leftover food, and decaying plant matter. They are especially popular in planted aquariums where they add movement, color, and natural cleanup behavior.
Our shrimp are carefully acclimated and monitored, and are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only at our Cheyenne, Wyoming store. We are not shipping live shrimp or other livestock at this time.
Popular Freshwater Shrimp Varieties
- Cherry shrimp and Neocaridina color morphs
- Blue Dream, Blue Velvet, Fire Red, Sakura, Snowball, and Rili shrimp
- Amano shrimp for algae grazing and cleanup crews
- Ghost shrimp for beginner aquariums or feeder use
- Bamboo and Flower shrimp for peaceful filter-feeding setups
- Caridina shrimp for more advanced shrimp keepers
Freshwater Shrimp Care Tips
- Keep shrimp in a fully cycled, stable aquarium
- Use live plants, moss, driftwood, and hiding places
- Use a sponge filter or pre-filter sponge to protect baby shrimp
- Drip acclimate shrimp slowly before adding them to the tank
- Avoid copper-based medications and unsafe tank mates
- Keep Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp separate when water needs differ
Keep your shrimp healthy and colorful with our shrimp food & care supplies, including calcium supplements, biofilm foods, and nutrient-rich treats.
Best Tank Mates for Shrimp
Freshwater shrimp do best with peaceful tank mates such as small rasboras, small tetras, corydoras, otocinclus, snails, and other shrimp. Avoid cichlids, large fish, aggressive fish, and known shrimp predators.
Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp FAQ
Are freshwater shrimp good for beginners?
Yes. Neocaridina shrimp such as Cherry shrimp, Blue Dream shrimp, Sakura shrimp, Snowball shrimp, and Orange shrimp are beginner-friendly when kept in a stable, fully cycled aquarium.
What size tank do shrimp need?
Shrimp can live in aquariums as small as 5 gallons, but 10 gallons or larger is often easier to keep stable, especially for beginners or breeding colonies.
Can shrimp live with fish?
Yes, but only with peaceful, shrimp-safe fish. Baby shrimp may still be eaten by many fish, so live plants, moss, driftwood, and hiding places are important.
Do shrimp clean the aquarium?
Shrimp help graze on biofilm, soft algae, leftover food, and decaying plant matter, but they do not replace regular water changes, filtration, and aquarium maintenance.
Can different shrimp colors live together?
Different Neocaridina color morphs can live together, but they may interbreed and eventually produce wild-type offspring. For stronger color lines, keep each color separate.
Are Caridina shrimp harder than Neocaridina shrimp?
Usually, yes. Many Caridina shrimp need more specific water parameters, softer water, and greater stability, while Neocaridina shrimp are generally more forgiving.
Can freshwater shrimp be shipped?
No. Live shrimp are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
