Can Cherry Shrimp Live With African Cichlid?
❌Not Compatible
African Cichlid is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Cherry Shrimp | African Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80°F | 76–82°F | 76–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–8 | 7.8–8.6 | 7.8–8 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 1.5" | 8" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 55 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore/Detritivore | Varies by species | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
beginnerpeaceful5+ gal
Cherry shrimp are the most popular freshwater aquarium shrimp, prized for their vibrant red color and algae-eating habits. They are extremely hardy, breed readily in captivity, and make excellent additions to planted tanks. Available in multiple color grades from pale pink (regular) to deep crimson (Painted Fire Red).
Full care guide →African Cichlid
Various (Mbuna, Peacock, Hap)
intermediateaggressive55+ gal
African cichlids from Lakes Malawi, Tanganyika, and Victoria are among the most colorful freshwater fish. They are active, intelligent, and aggressive — requiring specific tank setups with plenty of rock formations and overstock strategies to manage aggression.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For African Cichlid:
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