Keeping and breeding shrimp is becoming more and more popular among aquarists. In addition to the fact that these arthropods have a bright, unusually beautiful color, they are also very intelligent. Those who already own aquarium shrimp know how mesmerizing the behavior of these creatures is, how it is soothing and relaxing to observe their life.
With the right approach and the availability of the necessary equipment, keeping and breeding aquarium shrimp is absolutely simple. You can buy them in almost every pet store, they will also offer equipment and food there. Armed with the smallest amount of knowledge about these amazing arthropods and their maintenance, any aspiring aquarist can master a new hobby.
Where to place the shrimp
To keep shrimp in pet stores, special aquariums are sold - shrimp. They vary in size, but they are necessarily equipped with the necessary equipment. A filter with a sponge is built into the shrimp, which prevents small arthropods from entering the device, a compressor for supplying oxygen, and a thermostat, since shrimps are very sensitive to temperature extremes. The prawns are equipped with a lamp as well as a cover. It is needed so that the shrimps do not crawl out of the aquarium and die.
Normal water is used for keeping shrimps. In this sense, shrimp are unpretentious. But you need to monitor the temperature of the water. Arthropods feel comfortable at a water temperature of 21 to 25 degrees. You need to clean the shrimp and change the water every week. To do this, one fifth of all water is removed from the aquarium and clean water is added, always the same temperature as the one remaining in the shrimp pot.
What do aquarium shrimp eat?
These babies eat everything. Pet stores sell special food for shrimp, but in the absence of such, they will not disdain fish food and algae. By the way, some aquarists throw pieces of human food, such as cucumber or even pasta, into the shrimp aquarium. Shrimps and this food are gnawed with pleasure. It is not recommended to overfeed aquarium shrimp. Feeding 1-2 times a week is sufficient. Excess food not consumed by aquarium arthropods contaminates the shrimp and creates an unfavorable environment for the shrimp to live.
What plants do shrimp need
Shrimps are very fond of burrowing into thickets of aquarium plants. Javan Moss - Perfect for shrimp as a secret corner where they love to breed. And the Aquarium Cladafora also serves as entertainment for shrimps. They crawl on a green ball of algae, and pick out particles of food stuck in them. Plants such as hornwort, shieldwort, kabombu, and Guadalupe naiad can also become a comfortable home for shrimp.
Aquarium shrimps are very beautiful creatures. They differ in a variety of colors from bright cherry to brindle. Keeping a shrimp will not take much time and effort, but it will create a corner of comfort and harmony in your home or office.
