Category: Ghost Shrimp

  • Ghost Shrimps Vs Amano Shrimp: Which One Is Ideal For You?

    Ghost Shrimps Vs Amano Shrimp: Which One Is Ideal For You?

    Ghost shrimps and Amano shrimps both are freshwater shrimps and very similar. Many people who are new to this hobby cannot differentiate these two and think they are the same type of shrimp. But these two are not the same and have some differences.  Amano shrimps are generally bigger than ghost shrimps. They live much […]

  • What Are The Benefits Of Keeping Ghost Shrimps?

    What Are The Benefits Of Keeping Ghost Shrimps?

    Ghost shrimps are a very interesting species. As they are very peaceful and easily maintainable many like to keep ghost shrimps in their aquarium. Other than these, ghost shrimps are also beneficial for the aquarium in many more ways. Many people who do not keep ghost shrimps are unaware of the fact that ghost shrimps […]

  • 6 Common Ghost Shrimp Diseases & How To Treat Them

    6 Common Ghost Shrimp Diseases & How To Treat Them

    If you are keeping ghost shrimps for a while then you must know their maintenance is very easy. However, one of the biggest fears of owning ghost shrimps is seeing them dying all of a sudden or changes in their behavior. There are many reasons behind their sudden death and behavioral changes and one of […]

  • How To Take Care Of Ghost Shrimp Babies?

    How To Take Care Of Ghost Shrimp Babies?

    Ghost shrimps, also known as Glass shrimps, are very sensitive and delicate species. Their babies are even more sensitive and delicate than them. This is why taking good care of the baby ghost shrimps is very important if you want to keep them alive and increase the number of ghost shrimps in your tank.  If […]

  • What Are The Ideal Tank Mates For Ghost Shrimp?

    What Are The Ideal Tank Mates For Ghost Shrimp?

    Ghost shrimps are very peaceful and delicate creatures. They don’t harm or attack any mates around them, but they do get attacked sometimes if you don’t have the right tank mates for them. Here are some of the ideal tank mates for ghost shrimps: Dwarf suckers  Small tetras  Small rasboras Snails Small barbs Cory catfish […]

  • How To Take Care Of Pregnant Ghost Shrimps?

    How To Take Care Of Pregnant Ghost Shrimps?

    If you are keeping ghost shrimps for a while now, then you know the female ghost shrimps reproduce more often if kept in a good environment. Ghost shrimps are sensitive species and they need more care while they are pregnant. Good care and maintenance ensure their proper breeding.  Many shrimp keepers get worried when their […]

  • How To Keep Ghost Shrimps Alive?

    How To Keep Ghost Shrimps Alive?

    Ghost shrimps, also known as glass water shrimps, are freshwater shrimps. Many people as a hobby or for other reasons keep ghost shrimps. As shrimps are very sensitive species, they need good maintenance if you want to keep them alive. There are many factors that you need to maintain properly, else ghost shrimps will not […]

  • Can Ghost Shrimps Live Without Any Filter?

    Can Ghost Shrimps Live Without Any Filter?

    One of my friends recently bought some ghost shrimps for his tank and he called me asking if the ghost shrimps can live without any filter. I think many of you also wonder do ghost shrimps actually need a filter? Here is the answer for all: Ghost shrimps can live without any filter in the […]

  • How Much Do Ghost Shrimps Cost?

    How Much Do Ghost Shrimps Cost?

    Before you start keeping ghost shrimps, you may wonder how much do ghost shrimps cost. I did some research as well about the cost before buying ghost shrimps for my tank and thought of sharing it: Ghost shrimps can cost around $1 to $3 per piece. The price mainly varies on the shrimp’s quality, shop […]

  • How To Treat Horsehair Worm In Ghost Shrimps?

    How To Treat Horsehair Worm In Ghost Shrimps?

    Horsehair worm is a common parasite of ghost shrimps. Many shrimp keepers experience this problem in their shrimps at least for once. For my own reason, I was researching on how to treat this parasite. Here’s what I found: There is no specific treatment if a ghost shrimp gets infected with horsehair worm. However, it […]