Red Cherry Shrimp Sakura Grade
Sakura grade cherry shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) are a popular variety of freshwater aquarium shrimp known for their vibrant red coloration. These shrimp fall in the middle range of the cherry shrimp grading scale, offering a more intense red color than the basic cherry grade but not as opaque as the higher fire red grades. Sakura grade cherry shrimp display a deeper red hue compared to lower grades, with more extensive coloration covering their bodies. While not fully opaque, they exhibit noticeably less translucency than cherry grade shrimp. Their legs may show some blotchy coloration, though not as evenly colored as higher grades.These shrimp are relatively easy to care for, making them suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists. They thrive in planted tanks with plenty of hiding spots and do well in community aquariums with peaceful tank mates. Sakura cherry shrimp typically grow to about 1 inch in length and prefer water temperatures between 60-78°F with a pH range of 6.5-8.0.Sakura grade cherry shrimp are excellent algae eaters and help maintain tank cleanliness. They breed readily in captivity, allowing aquarists to establish thriving colonies. When purchasing these shrimp, they are often sold as young adults around 1/2 to 3/4 inch in length, ready for breeding.
GH - 8
KH - 8
TDS - 250
Temperature - Room
Neocaridina can tolerate a wide range of water parameters, in our case we can use Omaha NE tap water.
Imported
Imported shrimp often get a bad reputation. They’re typically more affordable than homebred shrimp, but the journey is long and stressful—many shipments travel from outdoor farms in Asia to wholesalers in California, and then across the country. During this process, shrimp face extreme changes in water conditions, handling, and transport, which can lead to high stress and losses.
In the aquarium trade, it’s common for wholesalers and local fish stores to move imports quickly, selling them to customers within days of arrival. This means hobbyists are often left to deal with the stress, losses, and acclimation challenges that come with freshly imported animals. Essentially, the risk is passed on to the customer.
At Aqua Atomic, we do things differently. All imports are quarantined for at least 3 weeks before being offered for sale. The majority of issues happen in the first 10 days, and by holding them longer, we absorb that risk ourselves—so you don’t have to. The result is healthier, better-acclimated shrimp at a fraction of the cost of homebred stock.
Homebred
Homebred shrimp are usually 2 or more generations removed from imports. Hobbyists carefully manage their colonies through culling and selective breeding to maintain strong coloration and stable traits. While imports often arrive with excellent coloration, homebred shrimp are valued for their long-term stability and adaptability to local water parameters.
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Reviews
I purchased 20 of these 2 and a half weeks ago. I included a note detailing my interest in creating a colony. The seller responded quickly and made sure to include a nice mix of females and males. He even included a berried female! The shrimp acclimated very well and I have had no losses. Instead, these guys are about to build an army. 4 more females have become pregnant since.
The color is very opaque and bright! Even the males have a beautiful color.
This review is your sign to just do it!