Care Guides

Did you know there are dozens of species and selectively bred varieties of ornamental freshwater shrimp that can be kept in the aquarium? In our shrimp care guides, we describe all the guidelines you need to keep each one. At The Shrimp Farm, we have years of experience keeping and breeding (dwarf) shrimp, and we're excited to share our knowledge with you. Whether you're looking for information on the immensely popular <a href="https://www.theshrimpfarm.com/posts/shrimp-caresheet-red-cherry-shrimp/">cherry shrimp</a> or the obscure <a href="https://www.theshrimpfarm.com/posts/shrimp-caresheet-ninja-shrimp-caridina-serratirostris/">ninja shrimp</a>, we've got you covered. Oh, and we've also got loads of shrimp tankmate care guides, ranging from <a href="https://www.theshrimpfarm.com/posts/tag/freshwater-snails/">aquarium snails</a> to <a href="https://www.theshrimpfarm.com/posts/tag/freshwater-crayfish/">freshwater crayfish</a>.

  1. True Siamese Algae Eater | Care & Info

    Dealing with an algae problem in your aquarium? You're not alone! This is one of the most common issues aquarists run into with their tanks. You may have read about a "magical" fish that eats even the most pesky types of algae, keeping your tank looking clean: the Siamese algae eater (Crossocheilus oblongus). Is this […]
  2. Red Neon Blue-Eye Rainbowfish | Care & Info

    Red Neon Blue-Eye Rainbowfish | Care & Info
    Is your peaceful community aquarium in need of a pop of color, or are you looking for an interesting fish species to build a tank around? Dwarf rainbowfish might be just the thing for you. One of our favorites is Pseudomugil luminatus, a colorful species also known as the red neon blue-eye rainbowfish. Below, you'll […]
  3. Kubotai Rasbora (Microdevario kubotai) | Care & Info

    Looking for a colorful addition to your peaceful community aquarium, or the perfect eye-catcher to complete a beautiful aquascape? What about green? The tiny kubotai rasbora (Microdevario kubotai) is one of the only green aquarium fish out there, and its shimmering colors make it a real stunner. Keep reading to find out everything you need […]
  4. Bamboo shrimp (Atyopsis moluccensis) | Care & info

    Looking for an unusual invertebrate addition to your aquarium? Something a little more creative than the good old cherry shrimp? No worries, there's plenty of love for oddball shrimp here at The Shrimp Farm! Today, let us introduce you to the bamboo shrimp, a Southeast Asian native with fascinating feeding habits. Keep reading for everything […]
  5. Japanese Rice Fish | Oryzias latipes Care & Info

    Looking for a small fish to add to your (community) aquarium, but feel like guppies or tetras are a bit too boring? Meet a lesser-known but fantastic little species that we highly recommend: Oryzias latipes, the Japanese rice fish. Keep reading for everything you need to know about what Japanese rice fish are, how to […]
  6. Thai Micro Crab (Limnopilos naiyanetri) Care & Info

    A relatively recent addition to the aquarium hobby, Thai micro crabs are quickly gaining popularity. They are appreciated among shrimp keepers for their very peaceful nature and similar requirements to shrimp, which make them a great option if you're looking for tankmates for your (dwarf) shrimp colony. Keep reading for everything you need to know […]
  7. Emerald Dwarf Rasbora Care & Info

    Emerald Dwarf Rasbora Care & Info
    Looking for a small, colorful schooling fish to add to your aquarium? Allow us to present our suggestion: the emerald dwarf rasbora. Despite its name, this tiny fish is actually a type of Danio, and it's the perfect addition to a small (shrimp) aquarium. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about […]
  8. Whisker Shrimp Care & Info | Macrobrachium lanchesteri

    Dwarf shrimp? It's been done. Amano shrimp? Standard. Ghost shrimp? Yawn. If you're an experienced shrimp keeper ready for something different (or if you just want to start your shrimp hobby with a more unusual species), keep reading. The whisker shrimp is often written off as too aggressive, but it's actually easy to keep and […]
  9. Phoenix Rasbora Care & Info | Boraras merah

    Phoenix Rasbora Care & Info | Boraras merah
    Looking for a small but colorful fish to add some life to your shrimp tank or peaceful freshwater community aquarium? The tiny phoenix rasbora (scientifically known as Boraras merah) may be just what you've been looking for. Below, let's have a look at everything you need to know about phoenix rasboras, including where they're from, […]
  10. Galaxy Rasbora Care & Info | Danio margaritatus

    Galaxy Rasbora Care & Info | Danio margaritatus
    Looking for a small and colorful schooling fish to add some life to your shrimp aquarium? Or maybe an eye-catcher for a peaceful community tank? Good things come in small packages: you'll love the beautiful Danio margaritatus, better known as the galaxy rasbora or celestial pearl Danio. Below, let's have a look at everything you […]

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