{"product_id":"fire-red-cherry-shrimp","title":"Neocaridina Fire Red Cherry Shrimp","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBuy 6+save 5% at checkout \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBuy 12+ save 10% at checkout \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5010\" data-end=\"5359\"\u003eNeocaridina Fire Red Cherry Shrimp are one of the most popular freshwater shrimp in the hobby. Known for their bright red coloration, active grazing behavior, and usefulness in planted aquariums, they are a favorite among both beginners and experienced hobbyists. Their color stands out beautifully against plants, dark substrate, and natural décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5361\" data-end=\"5699\"\u003eAt Legacy Line Aquatics, these shrimp are bred and raised in-house by me in a small-scale, care first setup. I do not source from mass-production livestock farms. My focus is on raising healthy livestock with clean water, proper nutrition, and attentive day-to-day care, so you receive shrimp I’d be confident keeping in my own fish room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10b0yz6\" data-start=\"5701\" data-end=\"5746\"\u003eWhy Hobbyists Love Fire Red Cherry Shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5748\" data-end=\"6030\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"73z9v8\" data-start=\"5748\" data-end=\"5810\"\u003eBright red coloration that stands out in planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t0o7qo\" data-start=\"5811\" data-end=\"5857\"\u003eConstantly active and interesting to watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x8yzmq\" data-start=\"5858\" data-end=\"5927\"\u003eExcellent cleanup crew for biofilm, leftover food, and soft algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hilot6\" data-start=\"5928\" data-end=\"5985\"\u003eGreat for nano tanks and peaceful community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ha2726\" data-start=\"5986\" data-end=\"6030\"\u003eCan reproduce readily in the right setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c1nqec\" data-start=\"6032\" data-end=\"6058\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Behavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6060\" data-end=\"6385\"\u003eFire Red Cherry Shrimp are peaceful, active shrimp that spend most of their time grazing on surfaces throughout the aquarium. They do best in well-established tanks with plenty of cover, stable water conditions, and low predation pressure. In the right setup, they are constantly visible and add movement throughout the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6387\" data-end=\"6414\"\u003eThey do best in tanks with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6416\" data-end=\"6597\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ol172w\" data-start=\"6416\" data-end=\"6450\"\u003eLive plants, mosses, and cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"61egbe\" data-start=\"6451\" data-end=\"6491\"\u003eStable water quality and temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kutm3c\" data-start=\"6492\" data-end=\"6522\"\u003eGentle filtration and flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12puyso\" data-start=\"6523\" data-end=\"6557\"\u003ePlenty of surfaces for grazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1100ao5\" data-start=\"6558\" data-end=\"6597\"\u003eEstablished biofilm in the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"flke4n\" data-start=\"6599\" data-end=\"6626\"\u003eTank Size (Recommended)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6628\" data-end=\"6797\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tr8wck\" data-start=\"6628\" data-end=\"6666\"\u003eNano setup: 5 gallons+ recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tklz72\" data-start=\"6667\" data-end=\"6706\"\u003eSmall colony: 10 gallons+ preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bt8gqo\" data-start=\"6707\" data-end=\"6797\"\u003eLarger colonies: bigger tanks strongly recommended for population growth and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cy3ffj\" data-start=\"6799\" data-end=\"6820\"\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6822\" data-end=\"6951\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oecccs\" data-start=\"6822\" data-end=\"6846\"\u003eIdeal range: 68–78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xfex0f\" data-start=\"6847\" data-end=\"6890\"\u003eMany hobbyists keep them around 70–76°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17xnm1\" data-start=\"6891\" data-end=\"6951\"\u003eStability is more important than chasing an exact number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kb3076\" data-start=\"6953\" data-end=\"6982\"\u003eTank Mates (Good Choices)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6984\" data-end=\"7139\"\u003eBest tank mates are peaceful fish and invertebrates that will not harass or eat shrimp. Keep in mind that baby shrimp are much more vulnerable than adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7141\" data-end=\"7169\"\u003eGood tank mates may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"7171\" data-end=\"7351\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qlpt3k\" data-start=\"7171\" data-end=\"7196\"\u003eSmall peaceful snails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q95a6o\" data-start=\"7197\" data-end=\"7236\"\u003eOther peaceful shrimp colony setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hlt74b\" data-start=\"7237\" data-end=\"7293\"\u003eVery gentle nano fish in carefully planned aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ad9ub5\" data-start=\"7294\" data-end=\"7351\"\u003eSpecies-only shrimp tanks are often the safest choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7353\" data-end=\"7359\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"7361\" data-end=\"7491\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qz9gnk\" data-start=\"7361\" data-end=\"7380\"\u003eAggressive fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w3r2rl\" data-start=\"7381\" data-end=\"7395\"\u003eLarge fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"189d78e\" data-start=\"7396\" data-end=\"7442\"\u003eFish that pick constantly at invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ebr8cf\" data-start=\"7443\" data-end=\"7491\"\u003eAny tank mates likely to prey on baby shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\" data-start=\"7493\" data-end=\"7504\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7506\" data-end=\"7689\"\u003eFire Red Cherry Shrimp thrive on a varied diet. While they spend much of their time grazing naturally, supplemental feeding helps support color, breeding, molting, and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7691\" data-end=\"7709\"\u003eRecommended foods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"7711\" data-end=\"7873\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uitqhi\" data-start=\"7711\" data-end=\"7752\"\u003eHigh-quality shrimp foods and pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g06hw9\" data-start=\"7753\" data-end=\"7783\"\u003eAlgae wafers in moderation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tyo2ky\" data-start=\"7784\" data-end=\"7820\"\u003eBlanched vegetables occasionally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12ufd27\" data-start=\"7821\" data-end=\"7873\"\u003eBiofilm and naturally occurring grazing surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1etdt5z\" data-start=\"7875\" data-end=\"7924\"\u003eWhat You’re Getting from Legacy Line Aquatics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7926\" data-end=\"8090\"\u003eWhen you purchase from me, you’re getting shrimp that were bred and raised in-house, not mass-imported and flipped. I take a small-scale approach so I can focus on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"8092\" data-end=\"8284\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ap4r3d\" data-start=\"8092\" data-end=\"8109\"\u003eShrimp health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dkkm8r\" data-start=\"8110\" data-end=\"8127\"\u003eClean systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jg6vni\" data-start=\"8128\" data-end=\"8220\"\u003eProper feeding, mixture of high-quality prepared foods and natural grazing opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15r05y3\" data-start=\"8221\" data-end=\"8255\"\u003eCareful day-to-day observation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v58h47\" data-start=\"8256\" data-end=\"8284\"\u003eStrong overall condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8286\" data-end=\"8323\"\u003eThat matters, especially with shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wkxr07\" data-start=\"8325\" data-end=\"8343\"\u003eLocal Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"8345\" data-end=\"8508\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qd6l8q\" data-start=\"8345\" data-end=\"8431\"\u003eDelivery is available within an 80-mile maximum distance from Owensboro, Kentucky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7d8wd0\" data-start=\"8432\" data-end=\"8479\"\u003e$150 minimum order is required for delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r28ipv\" data-start=\"8480\" data-end=\"8508\"\u003e$25 delivery fee applies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10cbbru\" data-start=\"8510\" data-end=\"8527\"\u003eLocal Meet-Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"8529\" data-end=\"8713\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1774szd\" data-start=\"8529\" data-end=\"8560\"\u003eLocal meet-up is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3h6k80\" data-start=\"8561\" data-end=\"8650\"\u003eAfter order we will contact you by email, or through Facebook or Instagram Messenger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oj3jrn\" data-start=\"8651\" data-end=\"8713\"\u003eWe will arrange a date, time, and public location to meet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gwsrx3\" data-start=\"8715\" data-end=\"8742\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8744\" data-end=\"8903\"\u003eLive shrimp are shipped Monday–Wednesday (weather permitting) to reduce transit risk. Please review our How Shipping Works page and DOA policy before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Legacy Line Aquatics LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47841079361710,"sku":null,"price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/5661\/4574\/files\/DA402814-07E5-4718-A0A9-2D47A07604F8.png?v=1779035047","url":"https:\/\/legacylineaquatics.com\/products\/fire-red-cherry-shrimp","provider":"Legacy Line Aquatics LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}