Yellow Eye (YE) Red / Yellow Cherry Neocaridina Shrimp Combo Pack – Bred by Aquatic Arts
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Description
This exclusive combo pack includes a mix of Yellow Eye (YE) Yellow Cherry Shrimp and Yellow Eye (YE) Red Cherry Shrimp, selectively bred in-house at Aquatic Arts. Each shrimp displays the signature colored-eye trait — striking yellow eyes that redefine the modern Neocaridina aesthetic.
The red and yellow forms offer stunning contrast in planted aquariums, while remaining peaceful, hardy, and eager grazers. These shrimp thrive in colonies, reproduce readily in mature tanks, and contribute to a balanced aquatic ecosystem.
Coloration may vary based on age, gender, and environment, but all shrimp in this combo pack maintain the distinct Yellow Eye trait.
Variant Details
• 3 YE Yellow + 3 YE Red Cherry Shrimp
A balanced starter colony of six Yellow Eye Cherry Shrimp in two striking color morphs.
• 5 YE Yellow + 5 YE Red Cherry Shrimp
A larger colony for faster growth, breeding potential, and visual impact.
• 3 + 3 with Wet Buddha Pod (submerged) + Food
Includes a fully waterlogged Buddha Pod rich in natural biofilm — instant grazing and shelter. Also Aquatic Arts Starter Shrimp Food Pack.
• 3 + 3 Complete Starter Combo (Food + Botanicals + Moss)
Everything needed to establish a thriving colony: Aquatic Arts Starter Shrimp Food Pack, Botanical Breeder Combo Pack, and a loose portion of live moss.
About the YE (Yellow Eye) Trait
Classic Neocaridina shrimp have dark eyes. Through patient selective breeding, the Yellow Eye trait was stabilized — creating luminous golden eyes that enhance color depth and clarity.
At Aquatic Arts, every generation is refined for coverage, clarity, and consistency.
Evolution You Can See.
What We Love About This Combo
• Deep red and bright yellow pigment in the same colony
• Vivid YE eye trait — a hallmark of advanced Neocaridina refinement
• Bred by Aquatic Arts for stability, health, and quality
• Peaceful and hardy; great for beginners and experts
• Active grazers that help reduce algae and support tank balance
Aquascaping
These shrimp shine in planted environments, especially over darker substrates.
• Plants: Java Moss, Subwassertang, Anubias, Bucephalandra, floating Frogbit or Salvinia
• Hardscape: Driftwood, lava rock, smooth river stones
• Botanicals: Aquatic Arts Buddha Pods, Beal Pods, or the Botanical Breeder Pack for natural cover, grazing surfaces, and biofilm development
A richly textured aquascape helps promote natural feeding, breeding, and hiding behavior.
Diet & Feeding
Feed a varied diet that supports color, growth, and molting:
• Aquatic Arts Shrimp Food Sample Pack (Sinking Pellets, Bee Pollen, Snowflake)
• Blanched vegetables
• Biofilm supported by botanicals and live moss
Feed lightly once daily or every other day, removing uneaten food after several hours.
Tank Mates & Compatibility
Peaceful, colony-forming shrimp.
Good with:
• Other Neocaridina
• Small snails
• Non-aggressive nano fish
Avoid predatory or larger fish that may harass or consume shrimp.
Recommended Tank Parameters
• Temperature: 68° – 78°F (20° – 26°C)
• pH: 6.5 – 7.8
• KH: 1 – 8 dKH
• GH: 4 – 12 dGH
• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons
Care Guidelines
• Diet: Omnivorous; thrives on shrimp-specific foods & natural biofilm
• Social Behavior: Peaceful; forms active breeding colonies
• Origin: Tank-bred — Bred by Aquatic Arts
• Average Adult Size: 1 – 1.25 inches (2.5 – 3.2 cm)
• Average Purchase Size: 0.5 – 0.75 inches (1.3 – 1.9 cm)
Live Arrival Guarantee
All Aquatic Arts brand shrimp come with a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee, plus free email support from our invertebrate care specialists.
What does “Yellow Eye (YE)” mean in these shrimp?
Yellow Eye refers to a genetic trait where the shrimp develop clearly visible yellow eyes instead of the standard dark eye color. It’s a subtle but striking detail that really stands out once you notice it, especially on red and yellow-bodied shrimp.
What’s included in the Red / Yellow combo pack?
This combo pack includes a mix of Yellow Eye Red Cherry and Yellow Eye Yellow Cherry Neocaridina. It’s designed to give you visual contrast while still keeping everything within the same hardy Neocaridina species.
Will the red and yellow shrimp breed together?
Yes. These shrimp will interbreed freely. Over time, offspring may show a range of colors, patterns, or eye traits. If you want to preserve specific coloration, separating colors into different tanks is recommended.
Are these shrimp bred by Aquatic Arts?
Yes. These shrimp are bred in-house at Aquatic Arts. Being bred in our systems means they’re already adapted to aquarium life and a wide range of stable freshwater conditions.
How visible are Yellow Eye shrimp compared to standard shrimp?
The yellow eyes are most noticeable when shrimp are viewed up close or resting on darker substrates. It’s not flashy in a neon way, but it’s a detail that longtime shrimp keepers really appreciate.
Are Yellow Eye Neocaridina hardy?
Very much so. Like other Neocaridina, they’re known for their resilience and adaptability. Stable parameters and consistency matter far more than chasing exact numbers.
What kind of tank setup do these shrimp prefer?
They thrive in planted aquariums with plenty of surfaces for grazing. Mosses, hardscape, and botanicals help encourage biofilm growth and provide cover, especially for younger shrimp.
Are these shrimp good for beginners?
Yes. Yellow Eye Neocaridina are just as beginner-friendly as standard Cherry Shrimp. As long as the tank is cycled and stable, they’re an excellent entry point into shrimp keeping.
Will these shrimp eat algae?
They will graze on biofilm and soft algae throughout the tank. While they help keep things clean, they work best as part of a balanced system rather than as the sole algae solution.
Who is this combo pack best for?
This pack is perfect for shrimp keepers who want something a little different without sacrificing hardiness. If you enjoy subtle traits, selective breeding, and watching a colony evolve over time, this combo is a great fit.
For the safety of our animals, we only ship live fish, crabs, and select other inverts exclusively via UPS 1 Day Air. If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS 1 Day Air as a shipping option during checkout. If other items are in your cart that can ship with 2 day or standard shipping options the only shipping method you can still select is UPS 1 Day Air.
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Shipping Schedule for this service
Current Handling Time:
1-9 business days
Here at Aquatic Arts, we consider the welfare of the live animals we are shipping to be of the foremost importance. This process is much more involved than simply creating a shipping label and affixing it to a box. Depending on the order, it takes from 4 to 7 people to complete this process properly. We check the weather conditions here where they fly out of the Indianapolis UPS facility and the destination for each shipment. We start early each morning and go through a multi-step process to have the day's shipments prepared in time for the UPS pickup. The volume of orders in our system also affects the processing time. Therefore our stated handling time is 1-9 business days.
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