Pearl Shrimp
These prawns are quite peaceful and are relatively hardy. They do control algae but must also be fed other food like flakes, pellets and algae wafers.
Care: Easy
pH: 6.5-7.5
Temp: (68-80F)
dkh: 3-10
Lifespan: 1-2 years
Size: 2.5-3cm (1/4" - 1/2")
Food: Flakes, vegetables, frozen
Breeding
Pearl Shrimp are easy to breed, all you need are several males and several females. The gestation period for a female is 30 days.
Note: do not let copper in the aquarium because it is lethal for shrimp! Check if the products you put into your aquarium have copper because if they do then they are not shrimp friendly.
Care: Easy
pH: 6.5-7.5
Temp: (68-80F)
dkh: 3-10
Lifespan: 1-2 years
Size: 2.5-3cm (1/4" - 1/2")
Food: Flakes, vegetables, frozen
Breeding
Pearl Shrimp are easy to breed, all you need are several males and several females. The gestation period for a female is 30 days.
Note: do not let copper in the aquarium because it is lethal for shrimp! Check if the products you put into your aquarium have copper because if they do then they are not shrimp friendly.