Yellow Eye (YE) Red Cherry Shrimp – Bred by Aquatic Arts
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Description
The Yellow Eye (YE) Cherry Shrimp is a vibrant, selectively bred variant of Neocaridina davidi, developed and refined by Aquatic Arts. This line combines the timeless beauty of the classic Cherry Shrimp with the rare and captivating golden-yellow eye trait — a hallmark of the Colored Eye (YE) line and a true example of Evolution You Can See.
Each generation of our Bred by Aquatic Arts Yellow Eye line is hand-selected for color clarity, coverage, and consistency. While their rich cherry-red coloration remains the foundation, every shrimp displays luminous golden eyes that create a brilliant contrast against the red body. These shrimp are living proof of the artistry and precision behind modern Neocaridina breeding.
Please note that coloration may vary slightly among individuals depending on age, gender, and environment. Some shrimp may exhibit lighter or darker tones, but all proudly maintain the striking Yellow Eye distinction.
About the Colored Eye (YE) Trait
The Colored Eye (YE) trait represents one of the most exciting advancements in modern Neocaridina genetics. Traditionally, all Neocaridina shrimp had black eyes — but through years of careful, selective breeding, Aquatic Arts has refined this trait into glowing golden hues.
Our Bred by Aquatic Arts Yellow Eye Cherry Shrimp carry this defining feature with brilliance and stability. Every generation embodies intentional evolution guided by passion, patience, and a commitment to excellence.
Evolution You Can See.
What We Love About This Shrimp
• Golden Eyes (YE): A consistent and defining feature that adds exceptional contrast.
• Classic Cherry Red: Deep, rich coloration that remains vibrant in planted tanks.
• Tank-Bred by Aquatic Arts: Raised in-house for superior health and adaptability.
• Peaceful and Hardy: Perfect for beginners and experienced shrimp keepers alike.
• Natural Cleaners: Constant grazers that help manage algae and biofilm.
Aquascaping
The Yellow Eye Cherry Shrimp stands out best in a planted aquascape that complements its vivid red and gold tones.
• Plants: Pair with Java Moss, Anubias, Bucephalandra, or Subwassertang to provide cover and foraging space. Floating plants like Salvinia or Frogbit create soft lighting that helps intensify color display.
• Hardscape: Incorporate dark river stones, lava rock, or Malaysian driftwood for striking contrast.
• Botanicals: Add the Aquatic Arts Botanical Combo Pack or Aquatic Arts Breeder Botanical Pack to enrich the habitat with tannins and biofilm. Aquatic Arts Buddha Pods and Beal Pods make excellent natural shelters and long-term grazing surfaces.
A well-balanced aquascape encourages natural foraging, enhances coloration, and promotes colony stability.
Diet and Feeding
The Bred By Aquatic Arts YE Red Cherry Shrimp is an active grazer that thrives on a varied diet of shrimp-specific foods. Offer a mix of Aquatic Arts Shrimp Food Sample Pack favorites — Sinking Pellets, Bee Pollen, and Snowflake (soybean hulls) — to maintain health, color, and vitality.
Supplement their diet with blanched vegetables or botanicals from the Aquatic Arts Botanical Combo Pack or Breeder Botanical Pack, which promote biofilm growth and natural feeding behavior. Feed once daily or every other day, removing uneaten food after a few hours to maintain excellent water quality.
Tank Mates and Compatibility
This shrimp is peaceful and best kept in colonies of its own kind. It can coexist with other Neocaridina shrimp variants, small snails, and non-aggressive nano fish. Avoid large or predatory fish species.
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: Omnivore; thrives on shrimp-specific foods and biofilm.
• Social Behavior: Peaceful and colony-forming.
• 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 Red Cherry Shrimp?
Yellow Eye refers to a genetic trait where the shrimp develop clearly visible yellow eyes instead of the usual dark eye color. It’s a subtle detail that really stands out once you notice it, especially against the red body color.
Are Yellow Eye Red Cherry Shrimp different from standard Red Cherries?
In care and behavior, they’re the same hardy Neocaridina most people are familiar with. The difference is visual—the yellow eyes add an extra layer of interest without changing how easy they are to keep.
Are these shrimp bred by Aquatic Arts?
Yes. These Yellow Eye Red Cherry Shrimp are bred in-house at Aquatic Arts. Being bred in our systems means they’re already adapted to aquarium life and stable freshwater conditions.
How visible are the yellow eyes in normal lighting?
They’re easiest to spot when shrimp are resting or grazing on darker surfaces. It’s not a flashy trait from across the room, but it’s very noticeable up close and especially appealing to experienced shrimp keepers.
Are Yellow Eye Red Cherry Shrimp hardy?
Very much so. Like other Neocaridina, they’re known for their resilience. Consistent parameters and a mature, cycled tank matter more than chasing exact numbers.
What kind of tank setup do these shrimp prefer?
They do best in planted tanks with plenty of surfaces for grazing. Mosses, hardscape, and botanicals help promote biofilm growth and provide cover, especially for young shrimp.
Will Yellow Eye Red Cherry Shrimp breed easily?
Yes. Once established, they breed readily. Over time, you can expect a growing colony as long as conditions remain stable and food is available.
Will the yellow eye trait stay consistent in offspring?
The Yellow Eye trait can be passed on, but not every baby will show it. Selective breeding over time helps maintain the trait more consistently.
Are Yellow Eye Red Cherry Shrimp good for beginners?
Yes. They’re just as beginner-friendly as standard Red Cherry Shrimp, making them a great choice for anyone new to shrimp keeping who wants something a little different.
Who are Yellow Eye Red Cherry Shrimp best suited for?
They’re perfect for shrimp keepers who appreciate subtle traits and selective breeding. If you enjoy observing details and watching a colony develop over time, these shrimp are 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.
UPS 1 Day is a description of the duration of time a shipment will spend in transit once it has been shipped. This does not guarantee the package will be shipped the same or next day from which the order was placed.
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.
Shipping Rate
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