Shrimp - Neocaridina davidi var. red - Red Sakura Shrimp

Sakura shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. Red) is a brightly red coloured, stunning-looking aquarium shrimp that is an even redder, cultivated version of the Red cherry shrimp. This species is native to Asia, particularly Japan, but the wild colour varieties are also found in China, Taiwan, and Vietnam.

A Sakura shrimp is easy to keep as A cherry shrimp. They are demanding parameters and can even be kept in tap water. It is important not to keep them with other Neocaridina heteropoda Együtt, as mixing them can result in pale offspring. Well-filtered water, as with all other shrimps, is essential.

A Sakura shrimp female is larger and curved-bellied than an Amales. Reproduction is easy; A fertilized female can carry 20-25 eggs on their abdomen, and the offspring hatch after about a week. A Young shrimp becomes sexually mature at about 4 months of age.

For Sakura shrimp, a minimum aquarium of 20 litres is recommended. A 30 litre tank can hold up to 10-12 shrimp. The aquarium should be densely planted with plants. Use floating plants to soften the intensity of the lighting. A dark-coloured substrate, such as Amazonia, will enhance the colour of the shrimp.

The water temperature should be between 22-28°C, the pH 6-8, and the water hardness Nem is critical. In addition to shrimp food, Sakura shrimp accepts boiled spinach and other vegetables. Their life expectancy is 1 to 2 years, and Sakura shrimp will add eye-catching colours to your aquarium.