Sunkist Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. “Orange”) – Bright, Zesty, and Full of Life 🧡🦐
The Sunkist Cherry Shrimp is a vibrant orange variety of Neocaridina that brings a fresh burst of colour to any aquarium. Active, peaceful, and easy to care for, these shrimp are perfect for planted tanks and nano setups.
🧡 Appearance & Personality:
These shrimp display a bold, tangerine-orange colour that really pops against green plants and dark substrates. They're peaceful grazers, always on the move, cleaning up algae, biofilm, and detritus.
🌿 Care Guide:
Tank Size: 10L+
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 20–26°C
pH: 6.5–7.5
Soft to moderately hard water
Diet: Omnivorous – algae, shrimp pellets, blanched veg, biofilm
Temperament: Peaceful and social
Best Kept With: Other peaceful shrimp, snails, or nano fish like rasboras and endlers
🪴 Aquascaping Tip:
Sunkist Cherry Shrimp thrive in well-planted tanks with mosses, driftwood, and leaf litter for hiding and grazing. Gentle flow and stable water conditions support healthy moulting and vibrant colour.
✨ Add a citrus splash to your tank with Sunkist Cherry Shrimp – a cheerful clean-up crew with serious style!