Green Diamond Cherry Shrimp

Description

Our Green Diamond Cherry Shrimp are one of the most unique and visually captivating Neocaridina colour morphs, admired for their rich emerald-green pigmentation and subtle iridescent shimmer. Their colours range from mossy green to deeper jade tones, with females typically developing the most intense hues. These shrimp add a rare and elegant splash of colour to planted aquariums and thrive in stable, peaceful environments.

Age and Longevity

All Green Diamond Cherry Shrimp are shipped as juveniles to sub-adults, allowing them to settle into your aquarium and live out their full lifespan. With proper care and stable water parameters, Neocaridina shrimp generally live 1 to 2 years.

Photos and Genetic Potential

The images provided are of our breeding colonies. Individual shrimp may vary in shade and colour intensity depending on age, sex, diet, and tank conditions. Use the photos as a guide to the genetic potential of this shrimp line—females usually develop the deepest and richest green tones.

Enhancing Colour and Appearance

To bring out the most vivid green hues in your Green Diamond Cherry Shrimp, we recommend:

Feeding a varied diet that includes spirulina, algae-based foods, and quality shrimp pellets.

Keeping shrimp in well-planted aquariums with mosses, ferns, and shaded areas to promote natural grazing.

Using dark substrates to enhance colour contrast and visual depth.

Providing stable, clean water, as consistent parameters help shrimp maintain strong pigmentation.

Experimenting with aquarium lighting that highlights green and iridescent tones.

Live Fish Guarantee

Our Live Fish Guarantee ensures your guppies will arrive alive or be refunded on a pro-rata basis. To qualify, clear photos of any dead fish within the sealed delivery bag must be provided on the day of delivery. Delivery fees (if applicable) are non-refundable.

Shipping and Delivery

• All orders are sent via Registered Express Post within Australia.

• Free delivery may apply to certain orders – check at checkout.

• Fish are carefully packed to ensure safe arrival.

Species Overview – Green Diamond Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)

Common Names: Green Diamond Shrimp, Green Neocaridina

Origin: Selectively bred colour morph

Size: 2.5–3 cm

Temperament: Peaceful, active scavenger

Lifespan: 1–2 years with proper care

Recommended Tank Conditions

Tank Size: 10–20 litres minimum (larger for colonies)

Water Temperature: 20–26°C

pH Range: 6.5–7.5

Hardness: GH 4–8, KH 2–6

Filtration: Gentle flow, sponge filters ideal for shrimp tanks

Suitable Tankmates

Green Diamond Cherry Shrimp thrive in peaceful community aquariums and pair well with:

Snails including Nerite, Mystery, and Ramshorn

Small peaceful fish such as Ember Tetras, CPDs, and Micro Rasboras

Other Neocaridina varieties (colour mixing may occur)