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Fire Red Cherry Shrimp (Bright Red Neocaridina)

Name: Fire Red Cherry Shrimp (Bright Red Neocaridina)
Brand: ShrimpUpAquatics
Price: 3.5 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (1337 reviews)

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp (Bright Red Neocaridina)

$3.50 USD

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Quantity 1 Shrimp 5 Shrimp 10 Shrimp 20 Shrimp Breeder Pack

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Fire Red Cherry Shrimp for Sale – Grade A Neocaridina

Looking to buy Fire Red Cherry Shrimp online with vivid red coloration, breeding-age size, and beginner-friendly Neocaridina care? Our Grade A Fire Red Cherry Shrimp are selected from a bright red Neocaridina line and offered in flexible pack sizes for established nano tanks, planted aquariums, and dedicated breeding colonies.

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp are one of the most popular and recognizable freshwater dwarf shrimp in the hobby. Their saturated red color creates stunning contrast against live plants, moss, and dark substrates, while their peaceful behavior, constant grazing, and straightforward care make them an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced keepers.

Breeding-Age SizeApproximately 1/2 to 1 inch.

Grade A NeocaridinaSelected for vivid red color and strong body coverage.

Flexible Pack Sizes1, 5, 10, 20 shrimp, or Breeder Pack.

Special Breeder Pack10 total shrimp with a planned 7-female / 3-male ratio.

Which pack size should you choose?

1 shrimp: Best for adding an individual to an established Fire Red colony.
5 shrimp: Ideal for expanding an existing group.
10 shrimp: A practical starter colony for many mature shrimp-only tanks.
20 shrimp: Delivers immediate visual impact and a larger starting population.
Breeder Pack: 10 shrimp featuring a planned ratio of 7 females and 3 males specifically for hobbyists starting a dedicated breeding colony.

Select your preferred pack size using the product options above this description.

Why Buy Fire Red Cherry Shrimp From Shrimp Up Aquatics?

Vivid Fire Red Coloration that stands out brilliantly against plants, driftwood, and dark aquascapes.
Beginner-Friendly Care when housed in a mature, fully cycled freshwater aquarium.

Peaceful Temperament

suited for dedicated shrimp tanks and carefully curated nano community setups.
Constant Grazing Action on biofilm, soft algae, and natural aquarium surfaces.
True Freshwater Breeding with no complex saltwater larval stage required.
Breeding-Age Livestock delivered at approximately 1/2 to 1 inch in size.

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp are the premier choice if you want a single-color Neocaridina colony with high visual appeal and approachable upkeep. If you want to explore other color lines before ordering, browse our complete Neocaridina Shrimp collection.

What Do Fire Red Cherry Shrimp Look Like?

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp are selectively bred for stronger red pigmentation and broader body coverage than standard Cherry Shrimp. Live animals naturally display slight variations in shade, sex, maturity, and pigment density.

Mature females are typically larger, broader through the abdomen, and display deeper opacity than males. Males are often slimmer and somewhat more translucent, even when pulled from the exact same Fire Red line.

Our product gallery features multiple photos of the current Shrimp Up Aquatics Fire Red line so you can evaluate the natural spectrum of red coloration rather than relying on a single isolated hero image.

When searching for high-grade Red Cherry Shrimp, evaluate overall red saturation, body coverage, health, and consistency across several specimens rather than judging by an outlier darkest individual.

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp Water Parameters

Red Cherry Shrimp are much more adaptable than delicate soft-water Caridina species, but they still require stable water conditions and a fully cycled tank.

Our current facility Fire Red Cherry systems are maintained around:

Parameter	Our Facility Range
pH	7.0–7.8
GH	7–8 dGH
KH	3–4 dKH
TDS	200–250 ppm
Temperature	65–74°F
Ammonia	0 ppm
Nitrite	0 ppm

Your aquarium does not need to match these measurements down to the exact digit. Maintaining a stable, cycled tank within a proper Neocaridina tolerance range is far more effective than constantly dosing chemicals to chase a specific target.

For a detailed breakdown of temperature, pH, GH, KH, and TDS, read our Neocaridina Shrimp Water Parameters Guide.

Best Tank Setup for Fire Red Cherry Shrimp

A mature, biologically stable aquarium is much more critical than complex or expensive equipment.

Tank Size

A well-maintained 5-gallon aquarium can successfully support a growing Fire Red colony, while a 10-gallon or larger system provides newer hobbyists with greater water volume, more grazing surface, and higher environmental stability.

Filtration

A mature sponge filter is widely considered the best choice for a dedicated shrimp tank. It delivers gentle biological filtration, reliable oxygenation, a vast grazing surface, and shrimplet-safe intake flow. If using a hang-on-back or canister filter, secure a pre-filter sponge over the intake.

Plants & Moss

Live aquatic plants offer natural cover, expansive biofilm growth, and sharp visual contrast with red shrimp. Moss is exceptionally beneficial for newborn shrimplets seeking shelter. Browse our live aquarium plants collection to prep your tank before livestock arrival.

Substrate

Dark inert sand or fine aquarium gravel is ideal for Fire Red tanks. It keeps water chemistry simple and creates striking contrast against their vivid red color.

What Do Red Cherry Shrimp Eat?

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp spend their days continuously grazing on naturally occurring biofilm, microorganisms, soft algae, and organic detritus throughout the tank.

While they are exceptional cleanup crew members, they do not replace proper filtration, water changes, balanced lighting, or basic tank maintenance.

Established colonies thrive when supplemented with specialized shrimp foods, algae-based wafers, natural botanicals, and measured protein sources.

Feed conservatively based on colony size; excess food breaks down into excess waste.

Explore our selection of shrimp food and aquarium botanicals for ideal feeding options.

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp Breeding

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp breed readily in freshwater. Mature, berried females carry fertilized eggs beneath their swimming legs until tiny, fully formed miniature shrimplets hatch directly into the main aquarium.

A successful breeding setup relies on:

A fully cycled, mature aquarium ecosystem
Stable, predictable water parameters
Sponge filtration or protected filter intakes
Dense moss and natural grazing surfaces
Consistent feeding without overfeeding
Minimal predatory pressure
A balanced ratio of mature males and females

Our specialized Cherry Shrimp Breeder Pack is built specifically for hobbyists looking to jumpstart a colony. It includes 10 total Fire Red Cherry Shrimp with an intentional ratio of **7 females and 3 males**.

For a complete step-by-step framework on colony management, check out our Complete Neocaridina Shrimp Breeding Guide.

Can Fire Red Cherry Shrimp Live With Fish?

They can coexist with select peaceful, nano fish species, but no fish should ever be considered entirely safe around newborn shrimp.

Healthy adult Fire Reds generally manage well alongside small, non-aggressive community fish, but tiny shrimplets are vulnerable to predation by fish that ignore larger adults.

If your primary goal is maximum breeding output and colony survival, a dedicated shrimp-only setup is always the safest approach.

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp Price & Pack Options

When comparing cherry shrimp prices online, rely on the live product options above rather than static articles or cached search listings. Pricing scales dynamically by pack size.

Our structured buying options include:

1 shrimp
5 shrimp
10 shrimp
20 shrimp
10-shrimp Breeder Pack (7F / 3M)

This allows you to order the exact quantity needed for your setup, whether you are stocking a nano desktop bowl or scaling a commercial breeding project.

Acclimating Fire Red Cherry Shrimp After Delivery

Transit water often fluctuates in temperature, pH, GH, KH, and TDS compared to your home aquarium. Introduce your new livestock gradually to prevent osmotic shock.

Review our step-by-step Freshwater Shrimp Acclimation Guide for our recommended drip-acclimation technique.

Live Arrival & DOA Policy: All livestock orders are backed by our Live Arrival Guarantee / DOA Policy. Please review policy guidelines prior to purchase to ensure smooth delivery processing and photo-claim requirements.

Customer Reviews & Reputation

This product proudly maintains an exceptional rating backed by hundreds of verified customer reviews. Recent buyers frequently highlight healthy arrivals, vibrant red coloration, active grazing behavior, successful acclimation, and rapid colony growth.

When searching for the best place to buy cherry shrimp online, compare real livestock photography, animal sizing, sex ratios, water parameters, and transparent customer support policies—not just the lowest headline price.

Ready to add Fire Red Cherry Shrimp to your aquarium?

Select your preferred **1, 5, 10, 20-shrimp pack, or the Breeder Pack** above, then add your livestock to cart.

For standard dedicated nano tanks, a 10-shrimp pack makes an ideal starting colony. Choose the Breeder Pack if your goal is immediate sex-ratio optimization.

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp FAQ

Are Fire Red Cherry Shrimp the same as standard Red Cherry Shrimp?

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp are a selectively bred red Neocaridina line cultivated specifically for heavier red pigmentation and superior body coverage. "Red Cherry Shrimp" is often used as a broad umbrella term, whereas Fire Red designates a higher color grade.

Are these high-grade Red Cherry Shrimp?

Our Fire Red line is selectively bred for deep red saturation and coverage across the body. Because live animals naturally vary by sex, age, and individual pigment density, buyers should expect a natural, healthy grade spectrum rather than uniform clones.

How big are the Fire Red Cherry Shrimp when shipped?

Our current Fire Red Cherry Shrimp are shipped at a healthy, active breeding-age size of approximately 1/2 to 1 inch.

How many Cherry Shrimp should I buy to start?

For an existing established colony, 1 to 5 shrimp is sufficient. Around 10 shrimp serves as an ideal baseline starter group for most mature dedicated tanks. A 20-pack provides an immediate visual display. Choose the Breeder Pack if you want a guaranteed 7-female / 3-male ratio for breeding.

What is included in the Cherry Shrimp Breeder Pack?

The Breeder Pack includes 10 total Fire Red Cherry Shrimp curated with a planned ratio of 7 females and 3 males to maximize immediate breeding potential.

Are Red Cherry Shrimp beginner-friendly?

Yes. Neocaridina shrimp are remarkably hardy when introduced to a mature, fully cycled aquarium featuring stable, appropriate water parameters.

What water parameters do Fire Red Cherry Shrimp require?

Our facility systems run at pH 7.0–7.8, GH 7–8 dGH, KH 3–4 dKH, TDS 200–250 ppm, and temperatures between 65–74°F, with zero measurable ammonia and nitrite.

Do Fire Red Cherry Shrimp need an aquarium heater?

Not necessarily. If your room temperature keeps the tank consistently stable within a safe range, a heater is optional. Heaters are recommended if your home experiences wide seasonal temperature drops.

Do Red Cherry Shrimp eat algae?

Yes. They actively graze on soft biofilm and algae films, though they cannot substitute for regular aquarium maintenance, lighting regulation, and proper feeding routines.

Can Fire Red Cherry Shrimp interbreed with other Neocaridina colors?

Yes. They will hybridize with Blue Dream, Yellow, Orange, Green Jade, and other Neocaridina color morphs, resulting in wild-type offspring over time. Keep Fire Reds in a species-only tank if you want to maintain line purity.

Can Fire Red Cherry Shrimp live with community fish?

They can live with tiny, peaceful fish, but small fish may prey on newborn shrimplets. A dedicated shrimp-only tank yields the highest survival and breeding rates.

How should I acclimate my new Cherry Shrimp?

Always use a gradual drip or multi-step acclimation method to adjust shrimp safely to your tank parameters. Refer to our linked Acclimation Guide for full instructions.

Buy Fire Red Cherry Shrimp Online Today

Fire Red Cherry Shrimp deliver everything hobbyists love about freshwater shrimp: blazing red color, peaceful habits, continuous grazing action, and manageable care requirements.

They look stunning in planted scapes, desktop nano bowls, and specialized breeding setups alike.

Choose your Fire Red Cherry Shrimp pack above and start your colony today.

Want to explore other color lines first? Browse all available Neocaridina Shrimp for sale at Shrimp Up Aquatics.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 1337 reviews.

Customer photo review of Fire Red Cherry Shrimp

Awesome company. Very good quality shrimp. Had 3 DOAs but company is sending them with a new order I placed. Good communication which is rare.

Francis O. 5/5 Verified September 1, 2026