A shrimp breeding tank setup takes a little more thought and planning than simply buying shrimp and a tank and hoping for the best. However, it may not be as daunting as you probably picture in your mind. When planning your shrimp breeding tank setup, you should consider certain factors, such as filtration, water parameters,…
Telling if a shrimp is pregnant can often be challenging due to its size and shape. However, several signs will confirm the fact. First, if pregnant, a shrimp will change its behavior and appearance. So, how do you know if a shrimp is pregnant? Read on to find out the details. How to Tell if…
If you’re a newcomer to the shrimp breeding hobby, one of your initial questions has likely been about how fast baby shrimp grow. Knowing this information is helpful as a shrimp breeder. Ultimately, it depends on the species of shrimp you have. But it usually takes at least four months for them to grow and…
If you’re planning to set up a shrimp breeding tank, you might wonder how quickly shrimp reproduce. The breeding process might take from three to five months, depending on the type of shrimp you have and the overall environment of the tank. And the good news is, you can do a lot of things to…
Whether you should add live plants to your shrimp tank or not ultimately depends on whether you plan to breed your shrimp. Regardless, your shrimp tank should feature at least some plant life. So, do you need live plants for shrimp? In this guide, I’ll explain the benefits of putting live plants in your shrimp…
When a shrimp dies in a tank, it’s not uncommon for other shrimp to eat it. So while some argue that it’s okay to leave it there, others claim that it could lead to an ammonia spike. So, should you remove dead shrimp from your tank? In this guide, I’ll explain what you should do…
Contrary to what some people might think, freshwater shrimp have pretty minimal tank requirements, and they’re generally easy to care for. However, there are certain tank necessities you’ll need to obtain to provide your shrimp with the best home. So exactly what do shrimp need in a tank? In this guide, I’ll answer this question…
