Sunkist Yellow Cherry Shrimp

Description

Sunkist Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) are a stunning orange morph of the classic cherry shrimp. They’re hardy, peaceful, breed readily in stable aquariums, and add a beautiful pop of colour to planted tanks. Perfect for beginners and experienced shrimp keepers alike.

Age & Longevity

Shrimp offered are typically juveniles to sub-adults depending on availability.
Expected lifespan: 1–2 years, with optimal water quality extending longevity.

Photos

Photos are indicative only. Each shrimp’s orange intensity varies depending on age, sex, genetics, diet, and overall environment. Males are sometimes lighter in colour, while females typically display deeper orange tones.

Enhancing Colour

To bring out the richest Sunkist orange:

• Provide a well-planted tank with dark substrate

• Feed high-quality shrimp foods rich in natural colour enhancers (algae, spirulina, carotenoids)

• Maintain stable parameters—stress reduces colour intensity

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

• Scientific Name: Neocaridina davidi

• Common Name: Sunkist Shrimp / Sunkist Cherry Shrimp

• Origin: Selective colour morph from captive-bred Neocaridina lines

• Size: Up to 2.5–3 cm

• Temperament: Peaceful

• Difficulty: Easy

• Diet: Omnivore—algae, biofilm, blanched veg, shrimp pellets

Tank Conditions

• Temperature: 20–26°C

• pH: 6.5–7.5

• GH: 4–8

• KH: 2–6

• TDS: 150–250

• Tank Size: Minimum 10–20L stable, planted tank recommended

Tankmates

Best kept with peaceful nano tankmates:

• Snails

• Small peaceful fish (ember tetras, CPDs, micro rasboras)

• Other Neocaridina morphs only if you’re okay with colour mixing.