Red Shiner Red Horse Minnow Cyprinella Lutrensis 4cm
Image for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.
Delivered alive, guaranteed
Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.
When will my fish arrive?
| Order placed | Delivery day |
|---|---|
| Up to Monday 11:00am | Thursday (that week) |
| Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00am | Friday (that week) |
| Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00am | Saturday (that week) |
| Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time) | Thursday (following week) |
Red Shiner / Red Horse Minnow (Cyprinella lutrensis) – Store Description
Overview
The Red Shiner is a hardy, lively freshwater minnow known for its shimmering silver body and bright red accents, especially during breeding. Active and schooling, it brings constant movement and colour to community tanks or outdoor ponds.
Origin
Native to North America, primarily the central United States, inhabiting streams, rivers, and creeks with moderate to fast flow.
Feeding
Omnivorous and unfussy, readily accepting flakes, pellets, live foods, frozen foods, and algae-based diets.
Tank Mates
Peaceful and suitable for community aquariums with similarly sized, non-aggressive fish. Avoid housing with large predators.
Aggression
Low aggression; thrives in groups of 6 or more. Displays mild chasing behaviour within the school.
Experience Level
Great for beginners due to its hardiness and adaptability to a wide range of conditions.
Water Parameters
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Temperature: 59°F – 75°F (15°C – 24°C)
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pH: 6.5 – 8.0
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Hardness: 5 – 20 dGH
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Flow: Moderate to high preferred
A bright, energetic, and resilient species, the Red Shiner makes an excellent addition to both aquariums and temperate ponds.
Please Note
The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.
It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.
Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.
We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.
Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.