Compatibility brief
Can Cherry Shrimp live with Golden Wonder Killifish?
Risky. This mix is commonly discouraged for typical setups.
Cherry Shrimp + Golden Wonder Killifish: Golden Wonder Killifish may eat Cherry Shrimp. Golden Wonder Killifish (10cm) is predatory and Cherry Shrimp (2.5cm) is small enough to be eaten. This pairing is unsafe. Real tanks add variables Fishori cannot model; treat this as a high-risk read, not certainty.
Compatibility score
Profile confidence: low
Order of checkstank volume vs adults → predation mouth gap → temperament / fin nipping → shared water windows.
80L
Combined minimum footprint reference for these two species: about 80L (larger active fish often want more length).
Golden Wonder Killifish (10cm adult) may treat small Cherry Shrimp (~2.5cm) as food once grown — plan adult sizes, not shop sizes.
Temperament gap (peaceful vs semi-aggressive) — can work with space, structure, and careful observation, but not a “drop and forget” mix.
Assessment details
Temperament difference
Golden Wonder Killifish is semi-aggressive, while Cherry Shrimp is peaceful. This can work with adequate space and hiding spots, but monitor for bullying.
Golden Wonder Killifish may eat Cherry Shrimp
Top issueGolden Wonder Killifish (10cm) is predatory and Cherry Shrimp (2.5cm) is small enough to be eaten. This pairing is unsafe.
Compatible temperature range
Both fish can comfortably share similar water temperatures.
“Golden Wonder Killifish (10cm) is predatory and Cherry Shrimp (2”
Golden Wonder Killifish may eat Cherry Shrimp
Next steps
Concrete changes, not "research more" filler.
- •Provide plenty of hiding spots and visual breaks so Cherry Shrimp can escape if harassed.
- •Cherry Shrimp should be kept in a group of at least 10 for best health and behaviour.
Try instead
- →Provide plenty of hiding spots and visual breaks so Cherry Shrimp can escape if harassed.
- →Cherry Shrimp should be kept in a group of at least 10 for best health and behaviour.
- →Build a species-only tank for the larger fish, or restock with fish too large to be eaten at adult sizes.
- Aquarium Co-Op. Cherry Shrimp Care Guide
Primary: retailer care page covering tank size, water parameters, breeding, and sensitivity to copper and ammonia.
- Seriously Fish. Neocaridina davidi
Secondary: species reference. Note Seriously Fish still uses the older epithet 'denticulata' on some pages; current valid name is N. davidi.
- Seriously Fish. Aplocheilus lineatus
Primary: species page covering Indian/Sri Lankan range, predatory behaviour, jumping risk, and surface-dwelling habit.
- Aquarium Co-Op. Golden Wonder Killifish Care
Secondary: retailer care page on stocking (top-dweller-only setups, jumping lid requirement, live feed).
Try this next
Build the full stocking list with Cherry Shrimp + Golden Wonder Killifish
Plan further
Try both species in the full-stock tank check, or open either fish profile for mates lists. Methodology explains how verdicts are produced.
Individual fish vary in personality. Fishori uses conservative hobby rules. Observe any new introduction closely, feed thoughtfully, and keep a quarantine or backup plan. This is not veterinary advice.
Profile data confidence: medium. Based on typical aquarium care sources; details may vary between setups.