Shrimp Food 🦐 5 Ways To Grow Biofilm In Your Shrimp Tank

Discover the hidden world of biofilm, an essential element in your aquarium's ecosystem. Biofilm, a clear slime composed of bacteria, algae, and fungi, forms on surfaces like glass, hardscape, and plants, serving as a natural food source for shrimp and other tank inhabitants.
Learn how to grow biofilm through methods like ghost feeding with powdered foods, adding leaf litter and botanicals, and incorporating more plants and hardscape. But beware of overfeeding, which can lead to water parameter issues.
Understand the risks associated with biofilm, such as oxygen depletion, especially when using bacteria-promoting powdered foods. Discover strategies to manage biofilm levels, like introducing an air stone and adjusting feeding practices.
Ultimately, maintaining a balance in biofilm growth is key to a thriving shrimp tank. Explore the delicate equilibrium between nurturing your shrimp's natural food source and mitigating potential risks for a healthy aquatic environment.
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[@MandyJane123700]

This was a very helpful video. I've only had cherry shrimp for a little over a month, and some babies just hatched out about a week ago. Somehow, I think I've accidentally done almost everything right to ensure plenty of biofilm.

[@beegchunguz7425]

I love biofoam!

[@shrimplycanadian]

Yes, biofilm is incredible for the ecosystem.

[@beegchunguz7425]

@@shrimplycanadian Just jokin sounds like your sayin biofoam. ;D

[@shrimplycanadian]

@@beegchunguz7425 LOL... maybe I need to hire a professional voice actor!

[@HeRo-qd6tk]

I’m away from home and i miss caring for my colony ❤

[@fisrtnamelastname3083]

Main points of this video
General info
•biofilm is an underrated food source made of bacteria, algae and biofilm
•biofilm doesn't really need light to grow
Ways to grow biofilm
•ghost feeding your tank with crushed fish flakes
•slightly overfeeding your tank
•adding leaf litter and botanicals (may release tannins of too much is added)
•adding plants and porous surfaces
•leaving your glass and substrate alone
Lmk if i left anything out!

[@user-nl3ln1ub7p]

Hi. What kind of equipment do you use to make videos?

[@shrimplycanadian]

Pixel 6 and 8 pro. Tripod or I put it up the glass. Keywing macro lens for phones.

[@user-nl3ln1ub7p]

@@shrimplycanadian Thanks