My shrimp world journey all started when I just wanted to grow some Java moss for my hermit crabs to eat and I needed algae eaters for control in the aquarium. Thank you for actually explaining things that we Shrimpers need to know for our Scaly Kids versus just giving a tour of your tanks (like so many others aquarists tend to do)! VERY helpful as I have been avoiding Caridina (for no real reason) in favor of Amanos and Neocaridinas. Now, I see that I have been lucky in missing out on some frustration.
So far I am keeping blue dream neocaradina shrimp, and they are doing fantastic. I started them in a 40 liter about 3 months ago with 10 shrimp, today there are well over 100 in this tank and probly more than that ad new hatched are so hard to see with all the Java moss, I recently moves 6 shrimp from this colony to a 55 gallon aquarium, and noticed a berried female already. I will try caradina eventually but at the moment there are many other color varieties I want to raise. Thank you for these wonderful videos!
That's what makes the shrimp hobby so fascinating. There are so many colours and options to choose from. I moved 120 mixed Neocaridina into my 55 gallon and after a year there were far over a thousand shrimp in there. It was so much fun to watch that tank! I agree, it's best not to rush into Caridina. I still enjoy my Neocaridinas more than the Caridinas because of how easy they are to keep happy and how abundantly they breed. Thank you once again for your positive feedback. I really appreciate it!
@@awdwadawda352 I used Akadama (Bonsai Clay) in all my tanks. It kept the pH low and stable for Caridina. If you are just focusing on Neocaridina then you can use virtually any substrate. But if you want to keep plants, I would suggest looking into Langa or a similar substrate that's advertised as a plant substrate. Just make sure to cycle your tank for 6-8 weeks before adding shrimp, as Langa and similar substrates release ammonia for around 6 weeks once added to the tank. This will definitely kill your shrimp. 🙂
I love this video format, everything neatly organised, clearly explained, and written down. Thank you, now I'm certain that Amano shrimp are best for me :)
Thank you for the feedback, Paul! I really appreciate it! If your colony is new, give it a few months. Some of my colonies took up to 5 months before they started breeding. 🙂
Good video! I tried Amanos but they disappeared, I think my Angel (see you have one there too) took care of them. I miss my marine shrimps though from when I still had a sea water tank. Had some Cleaner Shrimps and Fire Reds, they were hardy.
Thank you, Droeks! 😊 Yeah the Angels are definitely the culprits. My Amanos will be moved as soon as the new tank is cycled. I have never had a marine tank but I've always loved the marine shrimp. They are so beautiful!
But.. amano shrimp are in the caridina genus too but they are just more efficient algae eaters and are transparent, they are called Caridina multidentata.
Ghost shrimp are very hardy! But most people who want to get "pretty" shrimp don't even consider these as an option 🤣 I will make a future video on them!
I keep my shrimps on aged rain water in a 15 gallon tank with lots of plants, like a natural river bank with plenty of algae on rocks. They are calm and pretty. I give then their shrimp foods, but I occasionally spoil them with delicacy, boiled egg yolk (small bits) and some fruits, peas and beans, all fed on a dish via a glass tube, so that foods dont go to waste and mess the gravel. Every 4 days I suck out of tge dish what's not eaten and replace with fresh foods. They share the tank with Green Cardinal Tetra and a adopted 10 mm female guppy with a black spot on each side of her belly. She's so happy to be with the Cardinals and Shrimps. After 3 months in the tank she's now 15 mm long. She isn't afraid of me whereas at the Auarium store, she was hiding under ornaments in fear. I decided to adopt her. Even fish have feelings.
Great clear information. Thank you.
My shrimp world journey all started when I just wanted to grow some Java moss for my hermit crabs to eat and I needed algae eaters for control in the aquarium.
Thank you for actually explaining things that we Shrimpers need to know for our Scaly Kids versus just giving a tour of your tanks (like so many others aquarists tend to do)!
VERY helpful as I have been avoiding Caridina (for no real reason) in favor of Amanos and Neocaridinas. Now, I see that I have been lucky in missing out on some frustration.
Thank you very much for your feedback! 😁
Excellent video. Just what I was looking for. You covered everything. Thanks
Thank you so much, Ken! I really appreciate the feedback! 😊
I’m struggling with some of the basics as a new enthusiast. Your videos are very informative, good job!!!
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Thank you, Mike! I really appreciate the feedback! Is there anything I didn't cover that you're struggling with? I'm happy to help if I can. 🙂
Very nice, informative video thank you Ellie. Fellow South African here.
Thank you so much! I'm happy to hear I have some local subscribers also! 😁
Thanks!!!
Thank you for the comment! 😊
So far I am keeping blue dream neocaradina shrimp, and they are doing fantastic. I started them in a 40 liter about 3 months ago with 10 shrimp, today there are well over 100 in this tank and probly more than that ad new hatched are so hard to see with all the Java moss, I recently moves 6 shrimp from this colony to a 55 gallon aquarium, and noticed a berried female already. I will try caradina eventually but at the moment there are many other color varieties I want to raise. Thank you for these wonderful videos!
That's what makes the shrimp hobby so fascinating. There are so many colours and options to choose from. I moved 120 mixed Neocaridina into my 55 gallon and after a year there were far over a thousand shrimp in there. It was so much fun to watch that tank! I agree, it's best not to rush into Caridina. I still enjoy my Neocaridinas more than the Caridinas because of how easy they are to keep happy and how abundantly they breed. Thank you once again for your positive feedback. I really appreciate it!
Hey! I want to start out in the same format tank. Do you have any tips in regards to grave/soil?
@@awdwadawda352 I used Akadama (Bonsai Clay) in all my tanks. It kept the pH low and stable for Caridina. If you are just focusing on Neocaridina then you can use virtually any substrate. But if you want to keep plants, I would suggest looking into Langa or a similar substrate that's advertised as a plant substrate. Just make sure to cycle your tank for 6-8 weeks before adding shrimp, as Langa and similar substrates release ammonia for around 6 weeks once added to the tank. This will definitely kill your shrimp. 🙂
I love this video format, everything neatly organised, clearly explained, and written down. Thank you, now I'm certain that Amano shrimp are best for me :)
Thank you so much for the feedback, I really appreciate it! 😊 Amano shrimp are awesome!
Amano shrimp for me! Great video.
Thank you, Kevin! ☺
They’re amazing.
This information was the most helpful. I want to get and breed shrimp so this helped me out a lot.
I'm so glad to hear that! Thank you for the feedback, Reggie! Good luck with your shrimp breeding.
Have a new sub! You're so clear and well formatted. Nice work!
Thank you so much for the great feedback and for subscribing! I really appreciate it!
G’day from Australia great videos Ellie
Thank you, Brock! I really appreciate it! 😁
Thank you for subscribing! 🥰
Great information thanks for sharing 💯👍✌️
Thank you for the feedback, Mark. I really appreciate it! 😁
great tips Ellie, still trying to build my red cherry colony...new subscriber
Thank you for the feedback, Paul! I really appreciate it! If your colony is new, give it a few months. Some of my colonies took up to 5 months before they started breeding. 🙂
Dankie. . Awesome 👌 video
Dankie vir die terugvoer, Steven! Ek waardeer dit baie! 😊
Cool video! Might get some more shrimp right now haha
Thank you! You won't regret getting more 🤣
What types of cones are recommended for shrimp…?
You can use Magnolia cones, alder cones and king cones. Just make sure they are free of any pesticides before putting them in your tank. 🙂
What does shrimps moulting depend on? gh or kh?
Good video! I tried Amanos but they disappeared, I think my Angel (see you have one there too) took care of them. I miss my marine shrimps though from when I still had a sea water tank. Had some Cleaner Shrimps and Fire Reds, they were hardy.
Thank you, Droeks! 😊
Yeah the Angels are definitely the culprits. My Amanos will be moved as soon as the new tank is cycled.
I have never had a marine tank but I've always loved the marine shrimp. They are so beautiful!
My amanos are 6 years old and still going strong. I wonder how old they actually can get?
Oh wow that's amazing! Mine are around 3 years old now. I didn't think they would still be around but I'm so happy to hear they can get even older!
But.. amano shrimp are in the caridina genus too but they are just more efficient algae eaters and are transparent, they are called Caridina multidentata.
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Thank you so much! It means a lot to me! 😁
Which ones taste best?
Probably the larger, marine ones 😋
Are all shrimp edible?
Hi,I'm looking for some shrimp that are coloured,easy to keep but less shy so as they don't hide up so often,what would you suggest? Thanks
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Thank you, Sean! I really appreciate the feedback. 😊
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Hi Ellie, I am a fellow South African. Which local petshops do you prefer? Also, great video !
Thank you, Ruben! Most of my animals are from Art of Aqua (Pretoria) or Mcmerwe (Cape Town). They are definitely my go-to shops that I prefer 😁
Paludosus are indestructible! I bought like 30 as feeder shrimp, and they are all thriving in my 20 gallon
Ghost shrimp are very hardy! But most people who want to get "pretty" shrimp don't even consider these as an option 🤣 I will make a future video on them!
@@ellies_exotics they seem to have some great personalities too, decently active
@@rawhidelamp they are awesome little creatures!
I keep my shrimps on aged rain water in a 15 gallon tank with lots of plants, like a natural river bank with plenty of algae on rocks. They are calm and pretty. I give then their shrimp foods, but I occasionally spoil them with delicacy, boiled egg yolk (small bits) and some fruits, peas and beans, all fed on a dish via a glass tube, so that foods dont go to waste and mess the gravel. Every 4 days I suck out of tge dish what's not eaten and replace with fresh foods. They share the tank with Green Cardinal Tetra and a adopted 10 mm female guppy with a black spot on each side of her belly. She's so happy to be with the Cardinals and Shrimps. After 3 months in the tank she's now 15 mm long. She isn't afraid of me whereas at the Auarium store, she was hiding under ornaments in fear. I decided to adopt her. Even fish have feelings.
That sounds like such a nice life!
Wow beautiful idol.
Thank you, I really appreciate it 😊
1:26 Those dyed pebbles are scary😂 Not only do they look ugly but are also bad for fish especially shrimp
Yeah they're disgusting 🤣 but it proves a point I was trying to make.
I wish they lived a few more years like 4-5years
Me too!
I love you so much dear
Forgot to say they can leave ya tank and end up around the house somewhere
You're referring to Amano Shrimp? I did fail to mention that! I'll be sure to mention it in the next Amano vid. Thank you!
@@ellies_exotics Yes! Soo many random stories of them wondering off lol, I think everyone should be warned especially if squeamish like me 😉
@@Only1Sosa. you're absolutely right. They are great escape artists! 🤣
@Ellie's Exotics is it just the amano that can escape from the tank ?
Hiii I am Indian I am not successful Aman Aseem bleeding