Category: Freshwater Shrimp

  • Do Shrimps Float When They Die?

    Do Shrimps Float When They Die?

    Shrimps are excellent in hiding themselves, so whenever you are unable to find your shrimp in the tank, don’t assume it to be dead. Here are the questions you should ask: How do we know when a shrimp is dead? Do they float in the water? Or do they sink at the bottom? Shrimp do […]

  • Freshwater Shrimp & Fish Compatibility Chart [Illustrated]

    Freshwater Shrimp & Fish Compatibility Chart [Illustrated]

    There are many different kinds of freshwater shrimp and all of them are not compatible with all kinds of fish. Depending on the nature of the shrimp they are compatible with different kinds of fish. In this article, I have provided information and charts that would help you identify easily what kinds of shrimps are […]

  • Do Shrimps Eat Poop?

    Do Shrimps Eat Poop?

    Many shrimp keepers often wonder if shrimps eat poop. It becomes easier for them to take care of the tank if shrimps can take care of the poop for them. I have done some research regarding this topic and I would share in this article what I found. Some shrimps might eat poop whereas others […]

  • Do Shrimps Eat Algae?

    Do Shrimps Eat Algae?

    Fish keepers who want to get rid of algae often think about using shrimps. They might wonder if it is an effective solution. I was curious about this topic and after some research, I found out many interesting things that I would like to share with you. Almost all the shrimps eat algae. Four of […]

  • 9 Best Freshwater Aquarium Shrimps for Beginners

    9 Best Freshwater Aquarium Shrimps for Beginners

    If you are a new aquarist and are considering what fishes to choose for your fish tank, freshwater shrimps could be a great choice to go with. They co-exist with other species peacefully, come in a variety of vibrant colors, and maintain the balance of the aquarium ecosystem by eating up algae. Today, we will […]