Blue Cherry Shrimp
Blue Cherry Shrimp are hardy, colourful Neocaridina shrimp that add a beautiful splash of blue to planted aquariums and nano tanks. Perfect for beginners and experienced shrimp keepers alike, Blue Cherry Shrimp are active grazers that help clean up biofilm and soft algae while bringing constant movement and colour to your aquascape.
Please note: We do not send shrimps to WA, TAS or NT.
Blue Cherry Shrimp – Key Features
- Colourful Neocaridina Blue Cherry Shrimp
- Great option for beginner shrimp keepers
- Peaceful, active grazers that help with biofilm and soft algae
- Ideal for planted nano aquariums and shrimp‑only tanks
- Can form a breeding colony in the right conditions
- More forgiving water parameters than many Caridina shrimp
Recommended Tank Setup for Blue Cherry Shrimp
- Tank size: From 20L+ for a starter group
- Substrate: Inert or shrimp‑friendly substrate; dark colours help the blue stand out
- Décor: Driftwood, rocks, leaf litter and plenty of live plants (mosses are ideal)
- Filtration: Sponge filter or pre‑filtered intake to protect shrimplets
- Lighting: Low to moderate, enough to support plant and algae growth
Water Parameters (Guide Only)
- Temperature: around 20–26°C
- pH: typically 6.5–7.8 (slightly acidic to slightly alkaline)
- Hardness: low to medium hardness is usually fine
- Ammonia & Nitrite: 0 ppm at all times
- Nitrate: kept low with regular water changes and good plant growth
Feeding Blue Cherry Shrimp
- Quality shrimp pellets, wafers or granules
- Occasional blanched vegetables (e.g. zucchini, spinach, cucumber)
- Specialized shrimp mineral and biofilm foods
Tank Mates and Compatibility
- Ideal with: small, peaceful fish (e.g. small rasboras, micro tetras), snails and other Neocaridina varieties (if you’re not worried about colour mixing)
- Use caution with: larger or more boisterous fish that may pick at shrimp
- Avoid: predatory fish or anything large enough to see shrimp as food
Breeding Blue Cherry Shrimp
- Females carry eggs under their abdomen until they hatch into fully formed shrimplets
- Baby shrimp need plenty of biofilm, algae and hiding places
- Gentle filtration and regular, small water changes support strong colony growth
Blue Cherry Shrimp



