Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Fire Shrimp (Blood Red Shrimp)'s adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Where to buy
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R95
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Arguably one of the most stunning ornamental shrimp, the Fire Shrimp has a deep, blood-red body with contrasting white spots and antennae. They are typically shy and prefer to stay in caves or under overhangs. They are peaceful scavengers and will perform cleaning duties, though less actively than the Skunk Cleaner.
Key traits
breeds in captivity
reef safe yes
easy
small
carnivore
scavenger
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Fire Shrimp (Blood Red Shrimp) healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 8.1–8.4 and 24–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Fire Shrimp (Blood Red Shrimp) is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Fire Shrimp (Blood Red Shrimp) is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Fire Shrimp (Blood Red Shrimp) vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping shrimp?
Shrimp forgive less than fish do — stable hardness and clean water are the whole game.
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Often kept with
Real pairwise verdicts for Fire Shrimp (Blood Red Shrimp), not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
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