1. Shrimp tank

It is recommended that you choose a shrimp tank with a height of more than two feet, so that the water quality will not deteriorate quickly, and this is also a prerequisite for using a filter.

2. Filtration

Generally, crystal shrimp farming uses bottom filtration, which will remove residual bait and excrement in the bottom sand. In addition, changing 1/3 of the water every week and installing a set of pneumatic sponge filters to increase the amount of dissolved oxygen will also have the effect of getting twice the result with half the effort.

3. Lamps

Lamps are essential for aquatic plants and crystal shrimp farming. The underwater lamp not only makes it easier for people to watch crystal shrimps, but also has the effect of whitening crystal shrimps, which can keep the shrimps in better condition.

4. Chiller

Everyone knows that crystal shrimps are not resistant to heat, but chillers can control the temperature very well, which is very helpful for the growth of crystal shrimps. The chiller can ensure that the water temperature does not exceed 26°C.

5. Feed?

Shrimp is an omnivorous aquatic creature, basically eating "vegetarian" food: grains, grains, red worms, brine shrimps , Moss, algae, aquatic plants, minerals in mud, special food for freshwater shrimp, organic spinach, etc. can be eaten, but dead fish should not be eaten. Crystal shrimps love to eat spinach most, and other foods include: crystal shrimp special feed, frozen red worms (there is a risk of carrying bacteria, not recommended), kelp (kelp) or cooked spinach, usually 1 feed a week ~2 times.

Extended information:

1. Temperature

Crystal shrimp is not suitable for high temperatures, and the optimal temperature is between 22 and 24°C. Since crystal shrimp are sensitive to water temperature, the water temperature must be controlled. Because every degree the temperature decreases will increase the amount of dissolved oxygen in the water. In other words, raising crystal shrimp at low temperatures will help extend their lifespan. When crystal shrimps reproduce, the temperature can be increased by 1-2°C. The most suitable temperature for incubating eggs is 25 degrees Celsius. Remember not to exceed 28 degrees Celsius, otherwise the female shrimp will not hold the eggs and they will fade.

2. Water quality

The most important thing for crystal shrimp cultivation is water quality. The pH value in the tank should be maintained between 6.2-6.8, and the KH value should be between 1-2. To maintain such water quality, it is necessary to reduce the content of harmful ammonia in the water. In weakly acidic and soft water conditions, crystal shrimps molt frequently, grow quickly, and have a clear color; in weakly acidic and hard water conditions, crystal shrimps are less likely to shell, grow slowly but have a thick color.

Reference: Crystal Shrimp-Baidu Encyclopedia