Can Cherry Shrimp (Red) Live With Royal Gramma?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Cherry Shrimp needs 6.5–8.0, Royal Gramma needs 8.1–8.4.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Cherry Shrimp (Red) | Royal Gramma | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 64–82°F | 75–79°F | 75–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–8 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1.2" | 3.1" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 30 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Cherry Shrimp (Red)
Neocaridina davidi var. red
beginnerpeaceful5+ gal
The Cherry Shrimp (Red) (Neocaridina davidi var. red) is a beginner freshwater species known for its red coloration. Most popular aquarium shrimp. All surfaces.
Full care guide →Royal Gramma
Gramma loreto
beginnerpeaceful30+ gal
The Royal Gramma (Gramma loreto) is a beginner saltwater species known for its purple (front), yellow (rear) coloration. Purple/yellow bicolor. Bottom to Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Cherry Shrimp (Red):
For Royal Gramma:
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