Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Cherry Shrimp Red's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Where to buy
Compare prices from SA aquarium shops listing Cherry Shrimp Red.
What Cherry Shrimp Red costs in South Africa
13 price points from 9 shops over 90 days
R29
cheapest of 7 shops today
↤ R30med R60R126
Great price−52%Up 40% versus the previous two months
SA median R60 across 9 shops over the last 90 days.
9 shops
S
Silverstream Aquatics
South Africa
R29
In stock
4
4M Fish
South Africa
R30
In stock
A
AquaMarket
South Africa
R40
In stock
H
Heldereef
South Africa
R50
In stock
S
Shrimp Nation
South Africa
R60
In stock
A
Aquatic Pets SA
South Africa
R65
In stock
S
Saturn Shrimp
South Africa
R140
In stock
C
Coastal Pets
South Africa
R40
Sold out
M
MC Merwe
South Africa
R70
Sold out
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The quintessential dwarf shrimp, Cherry Shrimp are adored for their bright red coloration and incredible hardiness. They are prolific breeders and excellent scavengers, constantly grazing on biofilm and leftover food. Their peaceful nature and adaptability make them a perfect starting point for any aspiring shrimp keeper.
Key traits
breeds in captivity
easy
nano
omnivore
scavenger
detritivore
Compatibility
Select a tank to see how this species fits.
Care guide
Everything you need to keep Cherry Shrimp Red healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 18–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Cherry Shrimp Red is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Cherry Shrimp Red 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 Cherry Shrimp Red 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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Price history — last 90 days
SA price range this month: R30–300 · Average: R56
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Often kept with
Real pairwise verdicts for Cherry Shrimp Red, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
- Often kept together
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In a 1500L+ tank
- Often kept together
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- Often kept together
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