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Wild type Neocaridina shrimp are hardier, cheaper, and more colorful than you think. Discover why these "boring" shrimp might be perfect for your tank.
Total dissolved solids (TDS) is a very interesting and misunderstood water parameter in shrimp keeping. For example, you test your shrimp tank and get a TDS reading of 350 ppm. Is this good or bad? The answer depends on information most guides never explain.
Rocks can be incredible accents or centerpieces in a shrimp tank. There are risks to adding rocks to a shrimp tank though, because some types negatively impact water parameters.
Understanding the process of how dwarf shrimp eggs develop is really useful because it helps shrimp keepers identify what behaviors and appearances are normal - and those that aren't. Click here to learn more!
If your tank lacks the pitter-patter of little shrimplet feet, this article is here to troubleshoot the issue and help you achieve a shrimp tank filled with baby shrimp.
Shrimp tanks with bad water quality often experience bacterial infections, parasites, and random deaths, even when water parameters are in range. Click here to learn the difference between water quality and water parameters, along with how to create a healthier shrimp tank.