(48) Red Sakura shrimp (pack of 10)

Red Sakura shrimp (Neocaridina davidi 'Sakura') are a popular grade of Red Cherry Shrimp, known for their more intense and extensive red coloration. They are a hardy, adaptable, and beginner-friendly dwarf shrimp suitable for a wide range of freshwater aquarium conditions

• Coloration: Sakura grade shrimp have a deeper, richer red color and less transparent patches on their bodies compared to lower-grade Red Cherry Shrimp. The red color is more evenly distributed, with some blotchy coloration potentially visible on the legs. This differs from the highest grade (Painted Fire Red), which has a completely solid, opaque red color.
• Size: As with other Neocaridina shrimp, females are typically larger and more colorful, reaching up to 1.5 inches, while males are slightly smaller and paler.
• Sexing: The more intense coloration of the female makes it easy to distinguish her from the male. 

• Tank size: A 5- to 10-gallon tank is a good starting point for a colony, offering stable water parameters.
• Water parameters: Stability is more important than specific values.
  • Temperature: 65°–80°F (18°–26.5°C).
  • pH: 6.4–8.0.
  • Hardness: They prefer moderately hard water (GH 4–14) to ensure proper molting.
• Filtration: Sponge filters are highly recommended to prevent shrimplets from being sucked into the intake.
• Aquascaping: A planted tank with plenty of moss, rocks, and driftwood provides excellent grazing surfaces and hiding places. A dark substrate will help their vibrant red color stand out.
• Tank mates: Choose small, peaceful, and non-aggressive fish like small tetras, corydoras, and otocinclus catfish. Many fish will eat shrimplets, so a species-only tank is recommended for breeding. Avoid keeping them with other Neocaridina species to prevent crossbreeding, which will result in duller offspring.
• Feeding: Red Sakura shrimp are efficient scavengers and will graze on algae and biofilm. Supplement their diet with high-quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables like zucchini or spinach. Avoid overfeeding, which can harm water quality. 

• Process: After mating, the female carries the eggs ("berried") under her tail for about a month, constantly fanning them to keep them oxygenated. The eggs hatch into miniature versions of the adults that can immediately fend for themselves.
• Maintaining coloration: To maintain the high Sakura grade coloration, it is recommended to selectively remove individuals with lower color density from the breeding colony.