How to Grow Freshwater Shrimp

Freshwater shrimp are one of the more popular pets for aquarium enthusiasts. Freshwater shrimp come in a variety of breeds. Though there is still a lot of information to uncover about these critters, what is known allows almost anyone who knows about taking care of fish to have the option of raising freshwater shrimp. You can have your own freshwater shrimp colony up and running in no time.

Things You'll Need

  • 10-gallon freshwater tank
  • Filtration system
  • Chlorine test kit
  • Ammonia test kit
  • Basic fish food
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Instructions

    • 1

      Set up your 10-gallon tank. Make sure that it is clean and that the filtration system functions properly. Set the filter so that the air flowing through it comes out in a slow or moderate fashion. When raising smaller freshwater shrimp, do not put them with other fish. They will be eaten. It is best to raise the shrimp in a 10-gallon tank of their own.

    • 2

      Keep the temperature of the water between 72 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Change out close to half the water every two weeks at the most. Do not let more than two weeks pass before doing this. Young shrimp are delicate when it comes to water conditions. Use the chlorine and ammonia testing kits to make sure the pH levels are correct. Avoid using city water, but if there are no other options, stabilize the acidic levels before placing the water in the tank.

    • 3

      Feed the shrimp basic fish food. They enjoy pellets or flakes. Keep the amount of food to a minimum and only give them an amount that could be eaten in about, or a little less than, five minutes.