In this article, we will discuss 9 different reasons why your shrimp might be dying. There is unfortunately no one reason that can explain every death given the conditions of each tank is different. All we can do is to change one variable at a time until the shrimps stop dying. Has copper been…
Hands up if you have a fish tank addition. It starts with one, and then another, and another until you suddenly have a room full of aquariums. This is very typical as one gets into this hobby. My advice is not to fight this urge but to plan for it. This starts from having the…
Nobody likes mosquito bites which is why I am going to show you 5 different ways to deal with this problem. In addition, you will also learn: What kind of fish can solve this problem for you without affecting your shrimps What commercial products can help to solve this problem quick A fast way to…
Welcome to the first article in our brand new series on showcasing shrimp tank ideas that can inspire you. When I was starting out, I look at a lot of different images for inspiration but the problem was this: I don’t know how to duplicate the idea I saw. I don’t know the products being…
In this article, you will learn not only the answer to the above question but also the following: Learn the 3 factors that determines how many ghost shrimps you can have per gallon Develop a clear understanding of how to set up a one gallon shrimp tank How to solve this ONE critical problem that…
If you have a small space or limited budget, getting a small or nano shrimp tank is not a big idea. The exact size you can get will depend on a number of factors which I will be discussing below. What size of shrimp tank is right for me? Every one has different…
A silent aquarium is every fish lover’s dreams. When one likes to dwell in the serenity and calmness of beautiful fishes gliding about in the silent waters, this solace can often be disturbed by the extraneous and irritating hum of the vibrating air pump. So why do air pumps vibrate in the first place? Aquarium…
Controlling the temperature of a fish tank is an important part of any fish tank set up. While there are many cheap options in the market, they do come with a higher cost. Specifically, most of them will either fried or electrocute your fish! Having my fair share of such low grade but cheap heaters,…
Aquariums are a delightful hobby for the young or old and give hours of beautiful, restful entertainment. They are not only great for relieving the stresses of everyday life, but also useful for the little ones to learn about ecosystems. But, a 5 gallon fish tank requires some planning, thought and work. The tanks easily…
I have to admit the headline is a bit misleading. It is not really an actual aquarium per say. Instead, the Ecosphere is a closed ecosystem, encapsulated in a glass sphere. You can watch the tiny shrimps moving around without any need for maintenance. For a fuss free experience, you can’t get better than this.…
