Bloody Mary Shrimp – Neocaridina – Deep Red Freshwater Shrimp
Bloody Mary Shrimp – Neocaridina – Deep Red Freshwater Shrimp
Bloody Mary Shrimp – Neocaridina – Deep Red Freshwater Shrimp
Add intense colour to your aquarium with Bloody Mary Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi). These stunning freshwater shrimp are known for their rich, translucent ruby-red bodies that glow under aquarium lighting — a real standout in planted and aquascaped tanks.
Unlike standard red cherry shrimp, Bloody Marys display a deeper, wine-red pigmentation throughout the shell and body, making them one of the most sought-after Neocaridina varieties.
Why Choose Bloody Mary Shrimp?
🔴 Deep solid red colouration
🌿 Perfect for planted & nano aquariums
🧹 Excellent algae & biofilm cleaners
🐣 Easy to breed in freshwater
🧘 Peaceful & community safe
These hardy shrimp are ideal for beginners and experienced keepers alike. They thrive in stable freshwater conditions and will happily graze on algae, biofilm and leftover food, helping keep your tank clean.
Care Requirements
Temperature: 18–24°C
pH: 6.5–7.8
GH: 6–12
Tank size: 20L+ recommended
Best kept in groups for confidence and breeding
They do best in established tanks with moss, plants, and hiding spaces. Avoid housing with large or predatory fish.
With over 30 years of fishkeeping experience, all shrimp are carefully selected and packed to ensure they arrive healthy and active.
If you have any questions about compatibility, water parameters, or breeding, feel free to message — always happy to help.