Can guppies live with cherry shrimp?

Yes, they make good tankmates. Good tankmates. Keep both at 72–80°F.

By Andy · Updated October 31, 2026 · Tankmate guide

Yes, they make good tankmates. Good tankmates. Keep both at 72–80°F.

Yes

Verdict

72–80°F

Shared temperature

10 gal

Smallest tank

The two fish side by side

Fish	Adult size	Temperature	Min. tank	Keep	Watch for
Guppy	2 in	72–80°F	10 gal	3 or more	long fins
Cherry shrimp	1 in	65–80°F	5 gal	10 or more	invertebrate

Set the heater to about 76°F, in the middle of the range they share (72–80°F).
Use a tank of at least 10 gallons. Check the numbers with the stocking calculator.
Keep guppies in a group of 3 or more. A big group is calmer and more colorful.
Keep cherry shrimp in a group of 10 or more. A big group is calmer and more colorful.
Add plenty of moss and plants so baby shrimp have places to hide.
Add plenty of plants and cover so every fish can get out of sight.

For guppies: Corydoras (bronze or peppered), Endler's livebearer, Molly, Neon tetra, Platy, Swordtail
For cherry shrimp: Neon tetra, Otocinclus, Amano shrimp, Bristlenose pleco, Cardinal tetra, Cherry barb

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