Orange Sakura Shrimp Care Guide
The Orange Sakura Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi variant) is a vibrant and hardy freshwater shrimp known for its bright orange coloration and active personality. Perfect for planted and community tanks, these shrimp add a lively splash of color while helping to keep your aquarium clean.
Tank Requirements
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Tank Size: Minimum 20 L (larger tanks allow for stable colonies)
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Temperature: 20 – 28 °C
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pH: 6.5 – 7.8
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Water Hardness: 4 – 12 dGH
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Filtration: Sponge or gentle filter to prevent shrimp from being sucked in
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Substrate: Fine gravel or shrimp-specific substrate for optimal health and breeding
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Décor: Live plants, moss, driftwood, and hiding spots are essential — they provide surfaces for biofilm growth and shelter for molting shrimp
️ Diet
Orange Sakura Shrimp are omnivores and scavengers. They eat:
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Algae and biofilm (their natural diet)
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Shrimp pellets or wafers
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Blanched vegetables (spinach, zucchini, cucumber)
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Occasional protein-rich foods like bloodworms or fish flakes
Feed lightly once a day — they’ll graze throughout the day on leftover food and algae.
Social Behavior
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Completely peaceful and best kept in groups of 10 or more.
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Safe with small, non-aggressive fish like rasboras, tetras, and corydoras.
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Avoid housing with larger or predatory species that may see them as food.
Breeding
Breeding is easy under stable water conditions. Females carry green or yellow eggs under their tails for 3–4 weeks before releasing fully formed baby shrimp. Provide moss or fine plants for baby shrimp to hide in.
Interesting Fact
Orange Sakura Shrimp can change their shade of orange depending on mood, diet, and surroundings — becoming brighter in planted tanks with darker substrates. Their vivid color intensifies as they mature, making a healthy colony look like tiny glowing jewels scattered across your aquarium. ✨
Reference: Bubbly Fish – creating underwater wonders.
