Can Cherry Shrimp live with Painted Fire Red Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- Cherry Shrimp and Painted Fire Red Shrimp are the same species — they interbreed and their offspring revert to muddy wild-type colour.
Sweet spot: both do well at 65–75°F and pH 6.5–7.8 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Cherry Shrimp | Painted Fire Red Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–78°F | 65–75°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.8 | 6.5–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–14 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
Where to buy
- Cherry Shrimp: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
- Painted Fire Red Shrimp: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
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