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Hello! Sorry in advance for the long post - I wanted to include as much information as possible! I have been battling with shrimp loss and I just can't figure out why. Initially, I thought it was Nitrates - those came into check and now everything is stable. But the shrimp keep dying... 1-2 a DAY. Usually overnight. Tank has been set up for 6 months, 2 of which have been shrimp-only. Was originally cycled with, and intended for, fish… until I fell in love with shrimp! I don’t see any signs of planaria, hydra, parasites or illness in them – one day they are foraging and acting normal, the next they are dead. I did receive one shrimp in my shipment that appeared to have ellobiopsidae, and she is quarantined. There are some shrimplets in the tank, and one berried rili. I would appreciate any help or advice! Here are the parameters: Temp: 75.6 PH: 6.6 Ammonia: 0 Nitrites: 0 Nitrates: 2 TDS: 124 KH: 2 GH: 4 Copper: Negative Phosphates: 0 Inhabitants (only a few of each kind): Red & Black Crystal Shrimp Zebra Babaulti Shrimp Green Babaulti Shrimp Blue Bolt Shrimp Orange & Blue Rili Shrimp Golden Back Yellow Shrimp Tiger Eye Nerite Snails Tank plants: Water Sprite Cabomba Caroliniana Duckweed Salvinia Red & Green Myriophyllum Anubias Weeping Moss Flame Moss Riccia Fluitans Bucephalandra (Theia Green, Lagoon, Kedagang Mini, Belindae) Golden Creeping Jenny Creeping Charlie Marimo Moss Balls Hydrocotyle Tripartita 'Japan' Tank décor & Substrate: Mopani Driftwood Dragon Ohko Stone Fluval Plant & Shrimp Stratum Egg crate supports Black aquarium gravel to fill in under the supports Supplements & Food: Tourmaline Mineral Balls SunGrow Mineral Rocks Alder Cones Mohka Pod Hikari Shrimp Cuisine (1-2x/week) Hikari Crab Cuisine (1-2x/week) BacterAE (1-2x/week) Water: Tap water, conditioned & allowed to sit out for 48+ hours Aqueon Shrimp Tank Plus Conditioner (Previously Seachem Prime) Aqueon Shrimp Essentials Trace Minerals Setup: Aqueon 15 Gallon Column tank Aqueon QuietFlow 10 LED Pro Filter Added Seachem Matrix 12” air stone across back of tank

Hi Everyone, I am new here and fairly new to the world of freshwater shrimps. One month ago, I decided to start-up a shrimp tank using my old 20 gallon aquarium. I started working on DIY stand and buying aquarium items (black sand, sponge filter, cholla wood, alder pines, and almond leaves). Now, the tank is in cycling process. My plan is to have caridinas (Blue Bolts<-definitely and Tigers <- don't know yet which type) and Neocaridinas (red cherries and blue dream). I am debating if I should purchase a RO system or just buy distilled/deionized water from somewhere (e.g. Walmart). Capital cost for 20 gallon distilled water should not break my wallet. However, operating cost might be - water change. I don't know how often I would need to do water change for a 20 gallon shrimp tank. Assuming I would do 25% water change, that will be 5 gallons of water. On the other hand, I do weekly water change for my 75 gallon freshwater tank. My 20 gallon tank is currently have dechlorinated tap water. I don't want to blabber to much. I kindly ask for your opinions and advice. I made few mistakes before being cheap and I want to make things right this time to prevent wasting time and spending more money due to mistakes.

1 Blue Bolt package (5 + 1 = $50) Shipped DOA (within US), u will get either "red root floaters or "Slavonia Cucullata" for free! DOA only covers if u get the package at first attempt and send me pic WITHIN 1 hour in a unopened shipping bag next to the shipping label which clearly show the dead shrimps.

Update: Sorry about the pictures guys! I re up-loaded them and hopefully this will work. Hey Shrimpspot members! My name is Min, and I’m having my first shrimp sale! (Link to my introduction if anyone wants to read: http://www.shrimpspot.com/index.php?/topic/7355-hello-from-new-york/ ) I have a few shrimp packages available at the moment. As this is my first sale ever, I wanted to do a big sale so the members of this forum can get to know me and trust the shrimp that I’m selling. (to the three members that I’ve already sold to, I’ll contact you ASAP to either give you some money back, or add extra shrimp to the deal. I definitely do not want my first customers to be left out of this deal ) The shrimp I have are limited, so if there is a case if the shrimp unexpectedly dies, or I feel that its health isn't optimal for sale, I'll be sure to inform you prior to shipment to prevent any dead or less than wanted shrimp for arriving, and to reduce the price of the package. Water Parameters that I keep them in is: · pH: 6.2 · gH: 2-3 · kHL 0-1 · temperature: 74 degrees · TDS: 145 These are the packages left: Red Pinto Package: 3 Red Pinto Shrimps (2 Zebra 1 Belly) + 1 Free Black Pinto (Zebra) = $100.00 (SOLD) Blue Panda Package: 12 Shrimps (Mix of Blue King Kong and Blue Panda) + 2 Free Blue Shrimp (either S Grade Blue Bolt, Steel Blue, or Blue Mosura)= $65.00 (0 Available) Blue Package: 12 Shrimps (Mix of S Grade Blue Bolt, Blue Mosura, Steel Blue, and >90% Blue Bolt) + 1 Free Black Pinto (Zebra) = $120.00 (1 Available) (Note: Nothing of lower quality blues will be sent (such as Blue Panda and A Grade Blue Bolt) Additional Package Added: 4 Blue Shrimp (Mix of S Grade Blue Bolt, Blue Mosura, Steel Blue) + 6 Blue Panda Shrimp + 2 Additional Blue = $80.00 (1 Available) Shipping: Shipping will be done through Fedex. I’ve decided not to do any regular shipping options, as I feel that packages with living creatures should be shipped and received as soon as possible. All shrimp are planned to be shipped next Wednesday. Please inform me of the weather conditions in your area, so I can add appropriate heat pack or cold pack. Fedex Two Days: $22.00 Fedex Overnight: $33.00 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 add the shrimp to orders in the future) if picture of the shrimp in its original container is sent within 2 hours of receiving the shrimp on its first attempt. Please message me for questions and to buy. Thank you very much! Here are the pictures of my shrimp;

Blue Bolt Package 5 for $55 Shipped with FREE GIFT! u will get 5 beautiful blue bolt and 1 portion of red root floater or 1 portion of rare Floater "Slavonia Cucullata" Shipping:DOA:The package must be received on the first delivery attempt. Pictures of the dead shrimp in the unopened bag next to my shipping label must be sent to my PM within 2 hours after the delivery.

Hey all, I have finally gotten a TB only tank up and running with a handful of blue bolts, shadow pandas and a few red bolts and goldens. When I got some of my BB in I noticed this one right away and was curious if this is categorized as a BB or pushes into the blue steel realm? Keep in mind this coloration was after acclimation and being in the tank only a few minutes. Now the white tail is very bold and the blue markings are strong but still just the same split. (lights off Ill snag a current picture tomorrow) Moving forward which females should I try and breed him with the strengthen the line?

Hi, First post here but I've been into shrimp for a while. I manage a LFS and have quite a few personal tanks as well. I decided to experiment with tangerine tiger crosses and think I might have had some luck. After several generations of crossing I have managed to produce orange shrimp with white lines of which ~25% have the orange eyes of OEBTs. This project is still very early on but I was very excited to see the orange eyes pop up with this newest batch of babies. Here are a couple pictures of my personal fish room and pictures of a couple of the parents and offspring.

Deep blue Blue bolt: $30 each Shadow Mosura: $23 each USPS priority shipping: $13

I would like to thank all of you who have purchased from me! I would also like to thank those in advance who will be making future purchases from me! Please feel free to leave your comments and feedback here for any items you have received from me. You can also leave feedback by clicking on my user name and click on the "Leave Feedback" tab. Happy shrimping!

Presale for Feb. 22nd shipment End Date: Feb. 21st 30% Deposit required, and will ship out after 3/1 MSG me or mail to joeaquasales@gmail.com if you're interested. New available Super Red (over 10 pcs, free 2 Days shipping) Full-Red type, $25ea 1-Stripes $20ea Multi-stripes $15ea Aura Blue (over 10 pcs, free 2 Days shipping) A Grade $15 ea S Grade $20 ea Safari Line Red Fancy Tiger (only 20 pcs available) $30ea Regular Stock: 1. 10 pcs A Grade Blue Bolt $75 shipped 2. 10 pcs S Grade Blue Bolt $130 shipped 3. 10 pcs BKK Mixed $80 shipped 4. 5 pcs Black Belly pinto $100 shipped 5. 5 pcs BKK Mosura (Blue Body) $90 shipped 6. 10 pcs BKK Shadow Panda $130 shipped 7. 15 pcs Pinto Mischiling (Big Spot) $90 shipped 8. 30 pcs BKK Mischiling $75 shipped 9. 30 pcs S-SS Grade CRS $99 shipped 10. 30 pcs A-S Grade CRS $75 shipped 11. 6 pcs Wine Red RKK Mixed $99 shipped 12 5 pcs E2 PRL $120 shipped Ellen Wang's E2 PRL Blue Bolts Wine Red RKK S-SS Grade CRS

Hey SS. Decided to move my shrimp journal here. The other website isn't really a community anymore (not since you guys all moved here) so I decided to make things easier and just post here. With TapaTalk, I find myself always posting on here anyways. This journal is to share my experience with photography, shrimp keeping, and general knowledge. I keep a lot of shrimps, so I didn't want to make too many post so consolidating everyone I own into a single thread is simple. This will compose pictures and setups of all my shrimp stuff. Those familiar with me on the other website should already know I keep Taiwan Bees. Specifically, I keep Pandas, Shadows, Blue Bolts, Extremes, BKK, Red Wines, Ruby Reds, Dragon Wines, etc. There's too many morphs of Taiwan Bees to know. I also keep PRL including Xin/Feather PRL, and Nishiki PRL. Future plans is to finish my semi-rack at my parents. Things are cooling down now and I'm buying a few cooling supplies to help endure the hotter summers to come. Just got some stuff so I'll try my best to update with photos of what I have. Mainly, I want to post pictures of shrimps and develop my photography skills. Any tip on taking macro photography is greatly appreciated! Anyhow, here's a photo of a Blue Bolt.

Dear loyal customers, it has been one and half years since we started our US operation in northern California. We do APPRECIATE your trust doing business with us. NOW we are going to next phase of Joe's Aqua. We are offering some discount at every transaction via Bank of America transfer, Chase Quickpay, and Venmo when you are doing business with us. The payment model is invite-only, requested by you only and optional and you can always switch back to Paypal if you are not comfortable with it. We will provide our bank accounts upon you are paying your order. Thank You. Black Friday Sales!!! End Date: 11/29/2015 Shipping options 1. Fedex Standard Overnight $40 (DOA Guaranteed) 2. Fedex 2 Days $26 (DOA Guaranteed) 3. Fedex Ground (1~2 Days area only) $12~15 (DOA Guaranteed) 3. USPS Priority $20 (no DOA Guaranteed) MSG me or reply directly. Some sets are limited quantity. ========== pay via Paypal ================= 01. 10 pcs BKK Mixde Juvi $65 (ship after 12/9) 02. 10 pcs A Grade Blut Bolt Juvi $65 (ship after 12/9) 03. 5 pcs Wine Red Mixed Juvi $85 04. 5 pcs BKK Mosura juvi (White Body) $95 05. 10 pcs BKK Shadow Panda Juvi $120 06. 20 pcs S-SS CRS Juvi $65 07. 10 pcs A Grade Black Fancy Tiger $70 (ship after 12/9) 08. 5 pcs Black Belly Pinto $105 09. 5 S Grade Blue Bolt $59 (ship after 12/9) 10. 2 pcs Red Belly Pinto Juvi $119 (ship after 12/9) 11. 30 pcs BKK Mischiling $59 12. 20 pcs RKK Mischiling $49 13. 5 pcs E2 PRL Juvi $99 (ship after 12/9) 14. 15 pcs Golden Bee $29 (ship after 12/9) 15. 5 pcs BKK Mosura (Blue Body) $109 (ship after 12/9) 16. 5 pcs Black German Spotted Pinto (1~2 spots) $120 (ship after 12/9) 17. 3 pcs BKK Zebra Pinto $75 (ship after 12/9) ========== pay via Chase QuickPay, BOA, Venmo ================= 01. 10 pcs BKK Mixde Juvi $49 (ship after 12/9) 02. 10 pcs A Grade Blut Bolt Juvi $49 (ship after 12/9) 03. 5 pcs Wine Red Mixed Juvi $69 04. 5 pcs BKK Mosura juvi $79 05. 10 pcs BKK Shadow Panda Juvi $99 06. 20 pcs S-SS CRS Juvi $49 07. 10 pcs A Grade Black Fancy Tiger $55 (ship after 12/9) 08. 5 pcs Black Belly Pinto $89 09. 5 S Grade Blue Bolt $49 (ship after 12/9) 10. 2 pcs Red Belly Pinto Juvi $99 (ship after 12/9) 11. 30 pcs BKK Mischiling $49 12. 20 pcs RKK Mischiling $39 13. 5 pcs E2 PRL Juvi $89 (ship after 12/9) 14. 15 pcs Golden Bee $19 (ship after 12/9) 15. 5 pcs BKK Mosura (Blue Body) $99 (ship after 12/9) 16. 5 pcs Black German Spotted Pinto (1~2 spots) $105 (ship after 12/9) 17. 3 pcs BKK Zebra Pinto $66 (ship after 12/9)

Hi all, Although Blue Bolt is marketed as deeper blue as higher grade, when you look at their price, it is not really much difference. This is due to the shade of blue is subjective and different people may like different color. As such, I would like to create a poll to find out everyone's preference on the shade of blue on blue bolt. For the picture of different shades of blue, you can see them here: http://www.shrimpydaddy.com/2014/06/which-shade-of-blue-bolt-do-you-prefer.html

Extreme Blue Bolt and Mosura pre order early Black Friday sales!!! They are $25 each, but I've got special discount, PM me for details! Don't miss the chance Extreme Blue Bolt Juvenile $25 each, Deep Blue guarantee!!! (around 0.8cm) Shadow Mosura (Blue Mosura) $25 each In order to get Pre-sale price, people need to make 50% deposit, Shrimps will be sent out by the first week of December or the soonest time I have them arrived. (Deposit will be collected only if the total minimum order number reached) Shipping: 1) Priority (2-3 days within US) for $12 2) Express for $32 (DOA guarantee, shipping cost in not included) DOA:The package must be received on the first delivery attempt. Pictures of the dead shrimp in the unopened bag next to my shipping label must be sent to my PM within 2 hours after the delivery. Shipping option: $2 for ice / heat pack

Black panda $10 Black king kong stripe $20 Extreme black king kong $30 Black hinomaru $20 Blue bolt $12 Extreme blue bolt $35 Low grade blue bolt $7 Blue shadow panda $18 Blue shadow hinomaru $30 Blue shadow hino no entry $35 Wine red panda $17 Extreme red king kong $35 Wine red hinomaru $40 Wine red hino no entry $50 F1 mischlings $4 Shipping will be $15 usps priority or $35 express on Monday and Tuesday mornings only.

Just wondering if anyone can recommend a food or mineral that can increase the color of blue bolt shrimp. I recently bought some high grade blue bolts and they seem very healthy but lost a little color after having them for a month or so. I have noticed the same problem with blue bolts i have bred myself. I keep them in ro water with salty shrimp gh+. They are fed a variety of high quality fresh and commercial food including binibachi gold and borneo wild grow.The picture is what it looked like when i first got it now it is showing some white on the back half. Thanks

Hello ShrimpSpot members, I'm offering everyone 10% OFF before shipping on all sales. Ends July 4th: Crystal Red Shrimp (SS+) *juvies* $4.25 or buy 10 get one FREE Crystal Red Shrimp (SSS) *juvies* $6.50/shrimp or buy 10 get one FREE Crystal Black Shrimp (S) *juvies* $4.00/shrimp or buy 10 get one FREE PRL-Feather *juvies - subadults* S (adult shown in picture) $23.00 Black King Kong *juvies* $17.00 Panda *juvies* $17.00 *juvies* Extreme Black *juvies* BKK $25.00 Wine Red *juvies - subadults* (some may exhibit the Dragon marbling) $18.50 Blue Bolt - low grades *juvies - subadults* $15.00/shrimp OEBT (no blondes) *subadults* $7.00/shrimp or buy 10 get one FREE Blue Velvet *adults* $3.00/shrimp or buy 10 get one FREE http://images108.fotki.com/v1623/photos/4/1503564/13036870/photo4-vi.jpg Blue Diamond *adults* $7.00/shrimp or buy 10 get one FREE http://images60.fotki.com/v224/photos/4/1503564/13036870/photo2-vi.jpg Shipping: USPS Priority EXPRESS - $35 w/ DOA Guarantee Important note: DOA claim will only be valid if a clear digital picture of the dead shrimp are taken inside the untampered Kordon bag within 2hrs of delivery confirmation. DOA will be void if for some reason you were not able to receive the package on the first delivery attempt. Shipping price is non refundable. USPS Priority - $12 (DOA Policy is VOID with this option) **Coldpack is highly recommended for those who live in hotter climates (over 90*F) - $1 per coldpack please let me know if you want to add one to your package. **I DO NOT SHIP OUTSIDE OF THE CONTINENTAL US** ** For all California buyers: California Sales tax is included in the purchase price. ** PM me if you'd like to place an order or have specific questions. All packages ordered will ship out Monday or Tuesday. Thanks for looking folks, Nick

Shipping is $6 USPS Small Flat Rate box or Free on orders of $75 or more!! Please PM me any questions GlasGarten Shrimp Dinner, (Pads) 35g - $19.95 GlasGarten Shrimp Dinner, (Granules) 35g - $19.95 GlasGarten Shrimp Baby Food 38g - $20.95 GlasGarten Betaglucan +Immunglobulin 50g - $29.95 GlasGarten Bacter AE 38g - $21.95 GlasGarten Bacter AE 76g - $29.95 Wow Sold out Fast!!! SL-Aqua Shrimp Products! SL-Aqua Snowflakes 50g - $11, 120g - $18 SL-Aqua Baby Food bottle - $18 SL-Aqua Snowflakes 50g - $11, 120g - $18 Snowflake food has become quite popular in Asia. It is a specially selected growth media for mycelia. Mycelia is the vegetative part of fungi that generates nutritive components such as crude protein, amino acid, crude fat, crude cellulose and polysaccharide, all of which are important for shrimp growth and well being. Even though the shrimps are attracted immediately when it is introduced into the tank, it is perfectly normal to have white flakes left over. These "snowflakes" do not pollute water and will serve as a medium for mycelia to grow. As a result there will be a constant source of food for the shrimps for weeks (depending on the amount dosed and the amount of livestock), thus making it to suitable to be used as a food supplement during holiday periods. SL-Aqua Baby Food bottle - $18 Rich in vitamins, minerals and trace elements, with additional algae, chitin and unsaturated fatty acids, to promote shrimp growth, color and breeding. Characteristics: 1. Enhanced resistance against disease hence increase juvenile survival rates. 2. Increase the growth rate. 3. High nutritional ingredients and well balanced. 4. Natural ingredients, no chemical additives. Content : Soybean meal, wheat germ, spirulina, vitamins, amino acids and trace minerals. Usage: 1. Take an appropriate amount with a teaspoon, evenly sprinkle on the water, 2-3 times daily. (Finish eating within 1-2 hours ) 2. When the number of shrimp is greater, can increase the amount of food. Ebi-Ken Shrimp Products! Ebi-ken Ei (35g) $21.99 Ebi-ken Han (40g) - $15.99 Ebi-ken Sosei 30g - $10, 60g - $13.99 Ebi-ken Kou-Yang 30g - $7.99, 50g - $11.50 Ebi-ken Nagomi (5 pcs) - $15.99 Ebi-ken Shou (5 pcs) - $15.99 Ebi-ken Ei (35g) $21.99 A very fine micro-organism and beneficial bacteria baby powder specifically aimed for fast development of shrimps. This particular product does not have any adverse affect when accidentally overdosed. You will see an increased survival rate of baby shrimps and increased activity of adult shrimps. Use: half a spoon full twice a week. Can be used everyday at 1/4 a teaspoon a day. Check shrimp forum for a recent review thread on Ebi-ken Ei Ebi-ken Ei (new bottle) http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy358/rutgers_university/A5EB9520-6109-4A96-B49E-7DBCCA934940_zpsnsqfxzgk.jpg (photo courtesy of hedge_fund) Ebi-ken Kou-Yang white mineral rock 30g - $7.99 50g - $11.50 Kou-Yang (rock) is a calcium bentonite based mineral rock that has a very high composition of calcium which invertebrates use to help with molting and aid in thicker and shinier whites. It also acts as an area for inverts to pick on for supplement minerals. Use: It is recommended that 10 grams be used for every 10-20 gallons of water. For the best results, use a tooth brush to brush off the algae that grows on the surface of the mineral rock once awhile for the best performance. Ebi-ken Kou-yang (old label) http://i930.photobucket.com/albums/ad143/Guppies_bucket/Kou-YangRock.jpg Ebi-Ken Han (40g) - $15.99 Han(繁) in Japanese means many/ in great numbers. This product contains many beneficial bacteria in dormant form along with a special mix of Fungi specifically for shrimp. This product is intended to be used in conjunction with Ei (栄). Both these products combined, "Han Ei" (繁栄) in Japanese means flourish. This product together is one of, if not the best combination of products for the highest possible survival and growth rate of shrimps (specifically tested with Crystal shrimp). When Han is used, you will see that the shrimps will all gather and continually pick at it and devour it until all is gone. They help with the digestive systems of the shrimps along with increasing its immune system. Ebi-ken Nagomi (5 pcs) - $15.99 Nagomi is a ceramic based mineral ball which will continually release over 50 trace minerals into the water for shrimps to use for up to 2 years. Use: To activate the ball, first take a bowl and place the balls in the bowl. Boil water until it comes to a boil and pour over the balls in the bowl until it is submerged in water. Allow the balls to sit in the boiling water for 2 minutes before pouring and letting it cool on its own. Once cool enough to touch place in the tank. It is recommended 5 balls per 10-20 gallons of water spread evenly across substrate or placed near a high flow area. Ebi-ken Nagomi (old label) http://i930.photobucket.com/albums/ad143/Guppies_bucket/Nagomi.jpg Ebi-ken Kou Yin (25g) (powder) - $7.50 Kou Yin, is a high quality old sea mud for shrimp tanks. This specific product is in powder form and can be used during the setup of a new tank or maintenance of a tank. It helps increase beneficial bacteria, bacterial activity, deodorize water, helps stabilize water, and improves water quality by removing toxins. Use: When used for initial tank setups, sprinkle a thin layer before laying substrate. Half a spoonful every 10 gallons of water changed is more than sufficient. Keep in mind it is a powder and will dissolve quickly and raise TDS. Ebi-ken Sosei 30g - $10 60g - $13.99 Sosei is a highly dissolvable organic fulvic acid. It conditions the water to allow shrimps to thrive in a comfortable environment with soft acidic water. Increases the survival rates of baby shrimps and may increase the rate in which shrimps breed. It also promotes the growth of more luscious plants and enhances the root systems of plants and longevity of active soils. Use: It is recommended that half a level spoonful be used for ever 10-15 gallons of water and be dosed accordingly to every water change. Ebi-ken Sosei (old label) http://i930.photobucket.com/albums/ad143/Guppies_bucket/Sosei.jpg Ebi-ken Shou (5 pcs) - $15.99 Shou is an amazing product that has antibacterial properties, releases trace minerals, absorbs harmful toxins, deodorizes water, and as an active filtering media. This product contains: zinc, lithium, iodine, selenium, and 20 other trace elements, which over a long period of time will slightly alter the TDS. Use: 5 spheres every 10-15 gallons of water evenly spaced across the substrate. This product lasts 2 years and does not require any maintenance. Ebiken Shou (old label) http://i930.photobucket.com/albums/ad143/Guppies_bucket/Shou.jpg Shirakura Shrimp Products! Shirakura Ebi Dama 30g - $10 Shirakura Ebi Dama 80g - $18 Shirakura Ebi Dama Soft Taste 30g - $10 Shirakura Ebi Dama Soft Taste 80g - $18 Shirakura Ebi Dama Special 30g - $18 Shirakura Ebi Dama Vivid 30g - $18 Shirakura Biseibitsu no moto (baby food) glass bottle - $18 Shirakura Biseibitsu no moto (baby food) 20g bag - $18 Shirakura Red Bee Bacter - $18 Shirakura Liquid Mineral Ca+ - $18 Shirakura Ebi Dama and Dama Soft Supplementary feed for shrimps and crayfish is a herbal product. It is high in amino acids, natural vitamins and minerals, for health, growth, colourfulness and good reproduction of the animals. Shrimps are omnivores and as such they also need animal proteins, which they usually find in mostly invisible microorganisms and microbes in the substrate. In order to grant a sufficient supplies of such microbes, Takayuki Shirakura developed the rearing feed » Chi Ebi, which serves as a nutrition basis not only for baby shrimps but also for microorganisms and thus support a healthy development of the population. These little helpers furthermore dispose of feed residues and excrements of the shrimps which lie deeper down the substrate and thus clean the substrate. If feed residues and excrements are not removed, shrimps may die from the evolving poisonous substances. Baby shrimps are particularly at risk. This is the reason why Ebi Dama feed by Shirakura has a very firm consistency. It will not fall apart during feeding and sink down to the floor unused. In relatively newly set-up aquariums in which the substrate is not yet sufficiently active, it is recommended to add high-quality feed, for example artemia, once a week. However, it is also recommended to use » Chi Ebi - rearing feed from the very beginning since it significantly accelerates the genesis of the important microorganisms and microbes. Composition: Seaweed, Cereal, Vegetables, Vegetable by-products, Spirulina Analytical Constituents: 29,6% crude protein, 4% crude fat, 11,9% raw fibre, 22,1% crude ash, 4,9% moisture Usage: Feed Ebi Dama twice a day in small amounts, but only as much as the shrimps can eat within one or two hours. If all shrimps are full, feed leftovers should as a principle be removed from the aquarium. 80g bag pictured https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3685/12911916825_96129bc859_c.jpg Shirakura Ebi Dama Special Supplementary feed for shrimps and crayfish is a herbal product. It is high in amino acids, natural vitamins and minerals, for health, growth, colourfulness and good reproduction of the animals. Contrary to regular Ebi Dama, Ebi Dama Special also contains wild cabbage, several types of sea algae and is particularly high in calcium. Composition: Seaweed, Cereal, Vegetables, Vegetable by-products, Spirulina Analytical Constituents: 30,8% crude protein, 3,9% crude fat, 12,2% raw fibre, 19,5% crude ash, 7% moisture Usage: Feed Ebi Dama Special twice a day in small amounts, but only as much as the shrimps can eat within one or two hours. If all shrimps are full, feed leftovers should as a principle be removed from the aquarium. https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3737/12912085493_c2e9d33cae_c.jpg NEW Ebi Dama VIVID A new food in the Ebi-dama 'Special' series specifically designed to strengthen coloration, to be fed weekly with a normal diet of vegetables and other Shirakura foods. It contains natural color enhancers like astaxanthin and calcium, as well as natural vitamins and minerals! Feed this in conjunction with Shirakura foods and clean cool water to see your shrimp as colorful as they've ever been! Ingredients: Seaweed powder, natural vitamins and minerals, astaxanthin, calcium Usage: Feed Ebi Dama Vivid twice a day in small amounts, but only as much as the shrimps can eat within one or two hours. If all shrimps are full, feed leftovers should as a principle be removed from the aquarium. https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2833/12911917815_ba7728faed_c.jpg Biseibutsu No Moto baby food Especially designed for baby shrimps with lots of important ingredients, which baby shrimps need particularly within their first few weeks to ensure a healthy growth. Apart from that, is also supports the growth of microorganisms and the mostly invisible microbes which dispose of food residues and excrement and are an important part of the shrimps' as well as of the baby shrimps' diet. How popular and important this is for the shrimps can be witnessed if you carefully dig up the substrate with your hand. It often only takes a few seconds until the shrimps will gather in exactly this spot to cover their need for animal proteins by eating the now available microorganisms and microbes. In order to ensure this food basis permanently and in sufficient amounts, it is recommended to regularly feed Biseibutsu no moto (Please also see feeding recommendations). Quote from Study of the University for Fisheries Science Studies by students of the University for Fisheries Science in Hokkaido/Japan have shown that in those aquariums where Shirakura's Biseibutsu no moto - rearing feed was used, significantly more baby shrimps survived and also developed better than in aquariums without the additional feeding of Biseibutsu no moto. In their microscopical research they discovered that the population of the microorganisms which are particularly important for baby shrimps was more than ten times higher when feeding Biseibutsu no moto than in a comparable aquarium without Chi Ebi. Further observations and positive side effects were the enhanced colour of the shrimps as well as crystal clear water. Usage 60 cm aquarium: 1 level spoon* per day 100 cm aquarium: 1 heaped spoon* per day Vary depending on how many animals the aquarium houses https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2861/12912012863_aea23d9b1f_z.jpg Shirakura Red Bee Bacter A beneficial bacterial supplement to help along an aquarium that is suffering from mystery deaths, low rate of survival for babies, and low activity in shrimp. Aids in the decomposition of organic matter in the substrate and water. Not only the decomposition of nitrite, ammonia, and organic matter, also is food for beneficial bacteria to aid in the growth of juvenile shrimp and increase shrimp survival rate. Usage: Comes with 6 tea bags packed with bacteria, use 1 teabag per 50 liters (~13 gallons), and let it soak for 2 days before removing the teabag from the aquarium. The bacteria will remain in effect for one week. https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7390/12912012733_7750b56d8e_c.jpg Shirakura Liquid Mineral Ca+ Adds vital minerals to the aquarium water and raises its overall hardness (dGH). Especially when using very soft water, a lack of minerals is well-known to occur quite quickly and Shrimps might suffer from loss of colour and molting problems. The important microorganisms in the filter and in the substrate become inactive and the water quality decreases. A water hardness (KH) of 0-2 is recommended for breeding bee shrimps, as is a pH-value of less than 7 in order to avoid the formation of ammoniac. However, achieving these values, the overall hardness (dGH) often gets too low. In this case it is recommended to harden the water with Liquid Mineral Ca+ in order to avoid the death of the shrimps. The water hardness (KH) is not influenced by this. Mr. Shirakura furthermore recommends maintaining an overall hardness (dGH) of 5 or more for a healthy and strong skin. Example of usage: For a new aquarium, add 5 ml (about 60 droplets) of Liquid Mineral Ca+ per 10 l water. For existing aquariums with shrimps, add this dose over several days. Prepare exchange water mixture beforehand. 1 drop of Liquid Mineral Ca+ to 1 liter water raises the general hardness (GH) by about 1° dGh. I've have had great luck with 1ml per gallon to make a GH of 4-5. http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0346/6977/products/shirakura_liquid_mineral_1024x1024.jpg Tantora Shrimp Products! Tantora Dried Mulberry Leaves - (10) $6.50 Tantora Dried Guava Leaves - (10) $6.50 Tantora Banana Leaves - (10) $7 Tantora Catappa Bark - (20g) $9 Tantora Catappa log - (2) $20 Tantora Catappa Leaves 3 sizes available: Nano - (15) $6 Medium - (10) $5.50 Medium - (50) $14 Extra Large - (10) $6 Extra Large - (50) $18 Tantora White Mineral Stone (Montmorillonite) $11 Tantora Dried Mulberry Leaves - (10 leaves) $6.50 Mulberry leaves are some of the best foods that proves beneficial to health. Benefits are due to its dense nutrient content like, Vitamins such as Vitamin A, B1, B2; minerals such as Magnesium , Zinc, Iron and Electrolytes such as sodium and potassium. That is the reason why nutrients from mulberries are widely used in health cuisine and herbal medicine for health and functioning of the body system. Mulberry leaves Tantora uses as raw material are from organic mulberry trees. These mulberry leaves are grown as food for silkworms in Thailand. Tantora’s leave are hygienic and free of chemical residues, thus, very good food for dwarf shrimps. Natural food for all Dwarf Shrimps High Minerals, Fiber and Vitamins. Helps to built Shrimp shell. Aids the molting process. Nutrient analysis: Protein 22.60% Carbohydrate 42.25% Fat 4.57% Fiber 24.23% Usage Instructions 1.Boil mulberry leaves in hot water for 5-10 minute. Let them cool. 2.Put into the fish tank as food for shrimps. 3.Replace mulberry leaves once they are completely eaten. https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3726/12803948013_e372a62ca7_o.jpg Tantora Dried Guava Leaves - (10 leaves) $6.50 Natural food for shrimp, also great bacterial prevention. 100% organic cultivate, no pesticides! Usage : 1.Boil about 10-15 minutes. Let them cool. 2.Put into the fish tank as food for shrimps. 3.Replace Guava leaves once they are completely eaten. Benefits: Prevent Bacteria Vibrio the cause of many diseases in shrimp. Prevent and eliminate luminous bacteria in shrimp. A good source of natural food for shrimp. https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5490/12803948093_a89f7e1c42_o.jpg Tantora Banana Leaves - (10) $7 are dried, raw, and organic. These leaves provide similar benefits to Catappa, Indian Almond, leaves in that they reduce water pH and relieve stress in fish and invertebrates. The leaves have antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. Soak 1-3 pieces in 1 gallon of water for 1-2 days. Use the resulting water as an additive to your aquarium. Note: This product is all natural and organic (NO pesticides!). Each leaf is hand collected and inspected for quality and purity. Each is unique and may vary in appearance from the sample photo. http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0346/6977/products/Tantora_Banana_1_1024x1024.jpg Let’s get to know some of the many benefits of Catappa Catappa is great for shrimp, many shrimp breeders use Catappa Bark to help control PH. It Relieves aquarium stress for fish and shrimps. Stress is one critical factor which leads to high mortality rate of aquarium animals. Mimic the natural habitat of fish and shrimp. Make them feel like living in their natural environment. Rich in Tannin! Has antibacterial and antifungal properties and help reduce the chance of bacterial infections and improve aquarium health. Stimulate reproduction rate With so many benefits, these are the reasons why Tantora Catappa products popular among aquarium shrimp hobbyists. Tantora’s organic products are well –known in European and US market for over 5 years. Tantora products have been trusted among shrimp and fish breeding communities. Tantora Catappa Bark $9 Catappa bark differs from Catappa leave as the bark will immediately sink to the bottom of the tank. It will gradually release nutrients for shrimps and fish. In addition, it serves and habitats for shrimps. The barks will become soft if left soaking in water for over 5 days, which then will become a great shrimp food source. Catappa bark sticks are 0.8-1 cm wide and 8 cm long. Use 1 piece per 20-30G. Usage : 1.Boil about 10-15 minutes. Let them cool. 2.Put into the fish tank as food for shrimps. https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3815/12804262474_3b6abb6b76_o.jpg One of my new favorite products! Tantora Catappa log - (2 logs) $20 1.5 cm in diameter and 10 cm long. Recommended 1 package for up to 100Gallons! Shrimp LOVE these logs!! https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7325/12804262264_12f93a7f1b_o.jpg Tantora Catappa Leaves Premium Grade (Other Names : Indian Almond Leaf, IAL, Ketapang Leaf, Sweet Almond Leaf, Sea Almond Leaf, Badamier Leaf, Seemandelbaumblätter , Huu Kwang) Catappa Leaves comes in 3 sizes : Nano 15 leaves - $6 Medium 10 leaves - $5.50 Medium 50 leaves - $14 Extra Large 10 leaves - $6 Extra Large 50 Leaves - $18 Why Tantora’s Catappa Leaves are better than others available? 1. Tantora’s Catappa Leaves were collected within 24 hours after they fell. 2. Tantora’s Catappa Leaves were cleaned by hand. 3. Tantora’s Catappa Leaves dont have any fungus spots. 4. Tantora’s Catappa Leaves are flat, not crumbled, and are easy to store. Each leaf has been put through hygienic cleaning process. Well-selected only smooth surface leaves and easy to store. The leaves come in 3 sizes suitable for different sizes of tanks. Nano size suits to smaller tanks. Recommend using 1 leaf per 2-4G Medium size (Leave size : 4”-7” ) suits to medium size tanks. Recommend using 1 leaf per 8-10G. XL size ( Leave size : 7”-12”) suits to larger tanks. Recommend using 1 leaf per 15G. Instructions: First, choose leaf size that suits to the size of your tank and water volume. After putting the leaf into the tank, it will gradually release substances benefits to fish and shrimps. The water may turn yellowish and eventually light brown while tannis is released. The leaf will sink to the bottom of the tank within 24 hours and will soften after a few days, beneficial bacteria will consume the leave which will be nutritious organic food for shrimp. Tip : For shrimp breeders who’d like to feed their shrimp with Catappa leaves without tannis darkening the water, try putting boiling the leaves for 10-20 minutes before putting it in the tank. Best to have a few leafs at a time in different stages of decay. https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2894/12803856465_192468dc1e_o.jpg Tantora White Mineral Stone (Montmorillonite) .25lbs/113grams - $11 SOLD OUT Tantora White Mineral Stone is a clay mineral composite of Montmorillonite. This clay is derived from geologic tectonic plate activity, volcanic action and river hydrolysis. Montmorillonite silicate has attracted and attached potent mineral nutrients from mountain soils and streams. The nutrients in White Mineral Stone have properties to absorb toxins and improve water clarity. White Mineral Stone once dissolved into water provides trace minerals necessary for coloration and health of ornamental shrimps. Benefits of Tantora White Mineral Stone 1.Absorb toxins in the tank onto the clay particles which helps improve water quality and clarity. Montmorillonite has powerful adsorption and absorption powers. Naturally, White Mineral Stone has a negative charge inside the layers of the stone, while toxins have positive ions. The negative-ion White Mineral Stone will attract positive ions of toxins and bind them. Toxins commonly found in the aquarium include Ammonia, Hydrogen Sulfide, Nitrite, Methane and other wastes. 2.Contains sufficient nutrients that encourage growth, health and higher survival rates of the shrimps. White Minerals Stone consists of minerals required for shrimps includes: Si (Silicon) is main nutrient in building shrimp’s exoskeleton. Shrimp’s shell will be hardened after molting period. Mg (Magnesium) is activator of several enzyme systems and digestion for shrimp. Normalize shrimp’s metabolism. Ca (Calcium) is vital in the shell building process and helps regulate pH balance. Na (Sodium) is essential nutrient in improving shrimp’s osmoregution. 3.Reduce poisonous substances in the water. Improve shrimp’s health and enhance coloration. Usage Instruction: Tantora White Mineral Stones function best when it is saturated with water. Leave Tantora White Mineral Stones underwater to swell with water for 30 minutes before putting it to the tank. This will prevent cracking and breaking of the stone. Recommend to use 100g of White Mineral Stone per 13-18G. Replace after 4-6 months. https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7308/12803947963_e915fff56f_o.jpg Shrimp Tank Accessories: Shrimp Basket $10 Cholla Wood $2 each or 5 for $9 Choice Bubble $21.95 Shrimp Basket $10 Shrimp Baskets were designed for 2 reasons. 1 being its an great feeding place, really helps to control food from being wasted into your soil. Provides plenty of feeding opportunities for your shrimp who can even feed from the underside of the netting. The 2nd is an amazing artificial incubator for raising shrimp from their eggs if needed. Place a gentle air stone a few inches below the netting. The bubbling air will provide the circulation needed to hatch the baby shrimp. I has been using these shrimp baskets for almost a year now with great success. All our shrimp have learned this is where to find their treats! https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7165/13973396962_9416927265_o.jpg Bubble Choice $21.95 An air diffuser to increase the oxygen level in water, increases the survival rate of baby shrimps. Fits eheim 2213, 2215, and similar sized return hoses. Amount of air being pulled through the diffuser is easily adjustable from a lot of air to just a few bubbles. I have been using one of these for over a year without ever adjusting it or any maintenance. Does not need a air pump to supply air. https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0346/6977/products/pop2_1024x1024.jpg Cholla Wood $2 each or 5 for $9 (approx 6-7" long X 1" diameter) Cholla Wood provides a food source for biofilm that shrimp will feed on, similar to what Catappa leaves do. Cholla wood also provides hiding places for shrimp after they molt or when they are feeling vulnerable. https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0346/6977/products/IMG_4407_1024x1024.jpg

i know this shrimp is still kinda young (the plant is marsilea minuta) but it has started to look kinda female to me. what is your best guess. and look how the blue is coming in im so excited