I am often asked what the best substrate is to use for Dwarf Shrimp, and there tends to be on substrate that stands out in the Dwarf Shrimp hobby.  Aqua Soil Amazonia!

 

Aqua Soil Amazonia

Aqua Soil Amazonia will aid in maintaining a slightly acidic pH in the aquarium and even soften the water a bit.  This is important for many Caridina species such as Crystal Red Shrimp.  If you have hard water with a high ph out of the Tap, Aqua Soil is almost required if you want to have happy and healthy soft water Dwarf Shrimp.

 A word of caution!  This substrate does release a fair amount of ammonia into the water for the first week or two and should be cycled until the ammonia no longer registers.  It is also a very dusty substrate so care should be taken when planting or replanting any items in the substrate!