Freshwater shrimp care
Shrimp Keeping
Freshwater shrimp reward stability. A shrimp tank does not need to be complicated, but it does need a mature filter, safe intake protection, stable water parameters, and slow changes.
This hub organizes shrimp care around cycling the tank, choosing shrimp-safe filtration, avoiding sudden parameter swings, feeding lightly, and recognizing molting or water-quality problems early.
Plan The Tank
- Cherry shrimp and neocaridina starter tanks.
- Sponge filters and pre-filter sponges.
- Planted shrimp tanks with stable parameters.
- Feeding, minerals, molting, deaths, and stress troubleshooting.
Recommended Guides
Helpful Gear To Compare
- Sponge filters, air pumps, shrimp food, mineral supplements, liquid test kits, shrimp-safe plants, and substrate that support stable water and gentle flow.
FAQ
Can shrimp go in a new tank?
Shrimp do best in mature, stable tanks. A technically cycled but brand-new tank can still swing quickly, so test carefully and add shrimp slowly.
What filter is safest for shrimp?
Sponge filters are the simplest shrimp-safe option. If using a hang-on-back filter, add a pre-filter sponge over the intake.
Why are shrimp dying after a water change?
Common causes include parameter swings, temperature changes, chlorine or chloramine exposure, or disturbing too much waste at once.