Where Does Red Cherry Shrimp Live?

Red Cherry Shrimp lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Red Cherry Shrimp

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Shallow waters, typically in vegetated areas.

Environment

Slow-moving streams, ponds, and lakes with abundant aquatic vegetation and detritus. They prefer environments with stable water parameters and plenty of hiding spots.

Geographic range

Native to Taiwan and parts of mainland China. The Red Cherry Shrimp morph is a captive-bred variant and is found globally in freshwater aquariums.

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