Red Sakura Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) – Bright Red Freshwater Shrimp

❤️ Red Sakura Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) – Bright Red Freshwater Shrimp

Red Sakura Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) are a vibrant, hardy, and active freshwater dwarf shrimp known for their deep red coloration and excellent algae-grazing behavior. These beginner-friendly shrimp are perfect for planted tanks, nano aquariums, and community setups with peaceful tankmates.

Sakura grade offers stronger color coverage than standard red cherry shrimp, providing bold and eye-catching contrast against green plants and natural substrates.

🌟 Key Features

❤️ Deep Sakura Red Color – Strong, uniform coverage
🦐 Great Clean-Up Crew – Eats algae, biofilm, & leftover food
🌿 Perfect for Planted Tanks – Thrives in stable, low-stress environments
🐣 Easy to Breed – Reproduces readily in freshwater aquariums
💧 Hardy & Beginner Friendly – Ideal for new shrimp keepers
👀 Active & Fun to Watch – Peaceful, social, and always foraging

⚙️ Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi
• Color Grade: Sakura Red
• Adult Size: 1–1.25 inches
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Diet: Algae, biofilm, shrimp pellets, blanched veggies
• Tank Size: 5+ gallons
• Temperature: 68–78°F
• pH Range: 6.5–7.8
• Hardness: Prefers harder water (GH 6–12, KH 2–8)

💡 Tank Setup Tips

• Ideal tankmates: snails, small rasboras, nano tetras, otocinclus, other Neocaridina
• Provide moss, wood, and plants for biofilm growth
• Use a sponge filter to avoid fry intake
• Avoid copper-based medications

❓ FAQ

Q: Are they easy to breed?
A: Yes—Sakura shrimp breed readily in stable water conditions.

Q: Will they eat my plants?
A: No—shrimp only eat decaying plant matter, not healthy leaves.

Q: Can they live with fish?
A: Yes—only with peaceful nano species that won’t prey on them.

Q: What helps maintain strong red color?
A: A good diet, stable parameters, darker substrate, and low stress.