Shrimp Keeping

Why Shrimp Problems Often Go Unnoticed Until It’s Too Late

May 21, 2026

Why Shrimp Problems Often Go Unnoticed Until It’s Too Late

Many shrimp keepers only notice a problem after several shrimp have already died. This guide helps beginners and intermediate hobbyists learn how to spot the earliest warning signs of disease, identify common shrimp infections and parasites, and understand the water quality mistakes that often trigger outbreaks in Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp tanks.

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Neocaridina vs Caridina — Start With Your Water

May 05, 2026

Neocaridina vs Caridina — Start With Your Water

Choosing between Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp isn’t about colour—it’s about your water. Understanding this difference is the key to building a thriving shrimp colony instead of a failing one.

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Shrimp-Friendly Fish: What Actually Works (and What Doesn’t)

May 05, 2026

Shrimp-Friendly Fish: What Actually Works (and What Doesn’t)

Not all small fish are safe with shrimp. This guide explains what really matters when choosing tank mates—and how to reduce the risk.

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How Aquarium Shrimps Mate and Breed: Looking Beyond the Glass

April 23, 2026

How Aquarium Shrimps Mate and Breed: Looking Beyond the Glass

A closer look at the shrimps most commonly sold in the aquarium hobby — where they come from, how they live in the wild, and why some breed readily in freshwater while others do not.

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Shrimp-Safe vs Risk Stones: How Rocks Affect Water Stability in Aquariums

April 10, 2026

Shrimp-Safe vs Risk Stones: How Rocks Affect Water Stability in Aquariums

Not all aquascaping rocks are safe for shrimp tanks. This guide breaks down which stones are inert, which ones affect water chemistry, and how to test rocks to ensure long-term stability for your aquarium.

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Freshwater Shrimp Guide: Understanding Shrimp Types, Classification and Anatomy

April 07, 2026

Freshwater Shrimp Guide: Understanding Shrimp Types, Classification and Anatomy

Learn how to classify freshwater shrimp based on their body structure, feeding behavior, and arm types. This beginner-friendly guide also explains shrimp anatomy, helping you choose the right shrimp and build a healthier aquarium ecosystem.

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Removing pest in a Shrimp Tank

February 26, 2017

Removing pest in a Shrimp Tank

If you have a shrimp tank with some plants, and have been feeding them food, most likely you have Planaria in it. Now what is a Planaria?

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Tank mates for CRS and other shrimps

February 26, 2017

Tank mates for CRS and other shrimps

Ok, keeping just shrimps in our tanks may be not enough for some of us whom like a little more colors and actions. ..

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Prevents shrimps or baby fishes from being drawn into filters

February 17, 2017

Prevents shrimps or baby fishes from being drawn into filters

How to prevent baby fishes and shrimps from being sucked into the filter inlets!

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