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could i see a picture of the green emeralds?

i'd definitely recommend a member from shrimpspot; people here are honest and trustworthy, and will help you all the way; not to mention it's probably cheaper than to buy from a website. And its a preference but if you're looking to breed i'd recommend buying a single species. I started with bloody marys and goldenback yellows w/o much knowledge ( i didn't even cycle) but they are hardy and bred very quickly I purchased from Joe's Aqua, who is a reputable seller; only downfall is that they are imported, which some definitely do not prefer for justifiable reasons. If you're looking to get some blue neos, @dazalea is known to have some amazing blue dreams

Hey Guys, I have a few packages available for sale. I planned to post it for black Fridays sale, but the turkey just got me too lazy x) Here are the packages I have available: 10 Black Pintos (German Bred, Mixed): $130.00 Shipped (1 Package available) 5 Red Pintos (German Bred, Mixed): $125.00 Shipped (1 Package available) 15 (+1) Blue Panda, Blue Bolts, and low Grade Mosuras (Homebred for Bluebolts/Mosura, imported from Taiwan for Blue Panda): $100.00 Shipped (1 Package Available) Water Parameter that I keep them in: · pH: 6.5 · gH: 2-3 · kHL 0-1 · temperature: 74 degrees · TDS: 140 Shipping: Shipping will be done through USPS priority, or for express additional $20.00 will be charged. DOA Policy: I’ll be sure to package as safely as possible to prevent any DOAs from arriving. However, if DOA occurs I’ll be sure to refund the cost right away through Paypal (or give credit for future purchase) if picture of the shrimp in its original container is sent within 2 hours of receiving the shrimp on its first attempt. To prevent any inconveniences/disagreements from occurring, taking a video of you opening the package and sending them to me w/ the email would be really appreciated. Pictures are of the actual shrimps that will be shipped. PM or leave message! Thank you

So this is kind of "ratchet", but https://www.amazon.com/ZeroWater-ZD-013-8-Cup-Pitcher/dp/B001CUMLOK This works like a Brita, and I've been using it as my RO machine since my old one broke. It actually works, and brings TDS to 0; only problem is the wait. I bought the filter only for like 25 dollars and been using it for my shrimps. If you're looking for the real deal, I'd go recommend the same as dazalea (purewaterclub)

One more package available: 1 Red Pinto + 6 Blue Bolts (S+ or higher): $75.00 shipped Water Parameter that I keep them in: · pH: 6.5 · gH: 2-3 · kHL 0-1 · temperature: 74 degrees · TDS: 140 Shipping: Shipping will be done through USPS priority, and is included in the prices shown above. DOA Policy: I’ll be sure to package as safely as possible to prevent any DOAs from arriving. However, if DOA occurs I’ll be sure to refund the cost right away through Paypal (or give credit for future purchase) if picture of the shrimp in its original container is sent within 2 hours of receiving the shrimp on its first attempt. To prevent any inconveniences/disagreements from occurring, taking a video of you opening the package and sending them to me w/ the email would be really appreciated. Pictures are of the actual shrimps that will be shipped. PM or leave message! Thank you

around how many are you looking for?

If the shrimps in your current tank are healthy/thriving, I'd think that replacing water with RODI and re-mineralizing would be a better idea. There's probably a microbial community/ecosystem developed in your tank already that'd probably benefit the shrimps, and no real point of cycling again and waiting. Good luck on your new tank! (I've started out with cherries too, but Taiwan bee's are just too cool xD)

Title says all! Message me if you're selling either thank you very much!

Thanks! I'm definitely look into maybe dividing up the tanks. Sounds like a cheaper option to what I've been thinking xD

Woah this is a cool design! Where did you buy the cinderblocks from?

are any still available for sale?

Hey Shrimpspot members! So I was thinking of setting up a three or four 10 gallon tanks in a rack so I could separate my PRLs and blue bolts based on their pattern/coloration to breed them more specifically. Is there a recommendation for a shrimp rack you guys have been using? Also I was thinking of updating my filters. As of now I've been using Fluval C3 filters w/ sponge filter at the end, but I was hoping to update to canisters. A lot of people have been recommending eheim, but I was wondering what other options I have. Same story with lighting, although this is less of a problem. Lastly, I've been hearing about increase in use of sump set ups, and most people who have been using it seems to recommend it. I had mixed feelings about this because of the possibility of infection in all the tanks, but from what I've been reading most people never had problem with this. What are your guys' thoughts on this? If I have a sump set up, would I be able to use a single powerful filter/heater for all 3-4 tanks? Also was there a post on how I could set this up? Thank you so much in advance!

As far as I'm aware, molecules that raise kH concentration serves as an alkaline buffer solution (mix of weak acid and strong base) and stabilizes the pH (but at a more basic pH than recommended for shrimp). The molecules that elevate kH concentrations (such as bicarbonate ions) neutralize H+, causing additional water molecules to break apart into H+ and OH- to maintain equilibrium (and depending on how high the kH concentration is, they'll take up H+ again, leaving additional OH- behind), thus raising pH. For example, in the equation HA ⇌ H+ + A−, HA serves as the weak acid and A- is the conjugate base (which will be a strong base). If additional strong acid is added, the H+ ions released will react with the A- to form a weak acid (Le Chatelier Principle), thus preventing a sharp drop in pH. However, when HA and A- are added in the aquarium as a buffer (for this example, in equal concentration, but the ratio is reasonably different for actual buffer solutions), the A- will have a stronger influence than the HA in determining the pH, thus resulting in a rise in pH. To calculate the pH using the concentration of the buffer solution added, Henderson-Hasselbalch equation can be used. I hope this helps to some extent, and if I'm wrong someone PLEASE correct me!

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