Ghost shrimp

Freshwater ghost shrimp from the Palaemonetes genus, also known as glass shrimp, are hardy shrimp often used as feeders due to their low price. However, they’re also easy, fun additions to the aquarium and a great choice for anyone looking to gain some experience in shrimp keeping. Keep reading for everything you need to know about […]

Looking to add some life to your aquarium? Shrimp may be just the thing. But… be sure to choose the right species! Both whisker shrimp and ghost shrimp are commonly sold in aquarium stores, but despite their very similar looks, there are some important differences. Wondering which one is better for your tank between whisker […]

Got some ghost shrimp for your aquarium and wondering if you can breed them? The answer is yes! Although it’s slightly more complicated than raising your basic (Neo)caridina dwarf shrimp, ghost shrimp breeding is not that difficult and makes for a fun project even for beginning aquarists. Below, find out everything you need to know […]

Have a Betta fish and are wondering whether you can add any tankmates to the aquarium? You may have heard of people keeping ghost shrimp and Betta fish together. But is that a good idea? What about the stories of ghost shrimp attacking Bettas, or vice versa? Below, find out everything you need to know […]

If you’re just getting into shrimp keeping, it can be difficult to figure out which type to start with. There are so many species! So many colors, sizes and genera to choose from. Some are difficult to care for, while some are very easy. Today, let’s have a look at some of the best freshwater […]

Ghost Shrimp Larvae These two pics are of new ghost shrimp larvae. They are only about 1/8″ long. The interesting thing about these young, are they have no legs yet, and float around with the current, UPSIDE DOWN. Very cool to watch….BUT HARD TO SEE!!!! >>>Click here for more information on Ghost Shrimp<<< American Glass […]

One of the most commonly sold shrimp in the freshwater aquarium hobby is what is labeled as the “ghost shrimp”. Most of the time these shrimp are sold a feeders for larger fish, but on the rare occasion they are given the respect they deserve and are sold as pets.