How to Care for Shrimp
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for most freshwater aquarium shrimp?
A) 65-80°F (18-27°C)
B) 85-95°F (29-35°C)
C) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
D) 50-60°F (10-16°C)
  • 2. What is a crucial water parameter to monitor for shrimp health?
A) Nitrogen
B) Oxygen
C) Ammonia
D) Carbon Dioxide
  • 3. What is the recommended water change frequency for a shrimp tank?
A) 50% weekly
B) No water changes needed
C) 10-20% weekly
D) 5% daily
  • 4. Which of these substrate types is generally best for shrimp?
A) Inert substrate
B) Crushed Coral
C) Fertilizer substrate
D) Play Sand
  • 5. What do shrimp primarily eat?
A) Gravel
B) Biofilm and algae
C) Human food scraps
D) Exclusively fish flakes
  • 6. Which of these elements is toxic to shrimp in high concentrations?
A) Copper
B) Calcium
C) Magnesium
D) Potassium
  • 7. What is 'molting' in the context of shrimp care?
A) Swimming backwards
B) Changing color
C) Shedding their exoskeleton
D) Laying eggs
  • 8. What type of filter is generally considered safest for baby shrimp?
A) Undergravel filter
B) Canister filter
C) Sponge filter
D) Hang-on-back filter
  • 9. What is a common sign of stress in shrimp?
A) Loss of color
B) Eating more
C) Growing larger
D) Increased activity
  • 10. What is the recommended GH (General Hardness) level for Neocaridina shrimp (e.g., Cherry shrimp)?
A) 8-12 dGH
B) 0-4 dGH
C) Above 12 dGH
D) 4-8 dGH
  • 11. What is the recommended KH (Carbonate Hardness) level for Neocaridina shrimp?
A) 4-8 dKH
B) 0-2 dKH
C) Above 8 dKH
D) 2-4 dKH
  • 12. Why is it important to drip acclimate shrimp before introducing them to a new tank?
A) To slowly adjust them to the new water parameters.
B) To make them hungry.
C) To exercise them.
D) To clean them.
  • 13. What plant is known to be beneficial for shrimp tanks as it provides biofilm and hiding places?
A) Duckweed
B) Amazon Sword
C) Java Moss
D) Anubias
  • 14. What is a potential consequence of overfeeding shrimp?
A) Increased shrimp growth
B) Brighter shrimp colors
C) Better molting success
D) Poor water quality
  • 15. What is the purpose of adding botanicals (like Indian Almond Leaves) to a shrimp tank?
A) To add more oxygen
B) To raise pH
C) To increase water hardness
D) To lower pH and provide tannins
  • 16. Which of these tank mates is generally NOT recommended for shrimp?
A) Small peaceful fish
B) Large aggressive fish
C) Otocinclus catfish
D) Snails
  • 17. What is the gestation period for most common aquarium shrimp species?
A) 6 months
B) Around 30 days
C) 1 day
D) 1 week
  • 18. What does 'berried' mean when referring to shrimp?
A) A shrimp that is sick
B) A shrimp that is a specific color variety
C) A female shrimp carrying eggs
D) A shrimp that is molting
  • 19. Why should you remove dead shrimp from the tank quickly?
A) To avoid attracting predators
B) Because they are unsightly
C) Because they release beneficial bacteria
D) To prevent ammonia spikes
  • 20. What is the ideal pH range for most Neocaridina shrimp?
A) 6.5-8.0
B) 9.0-10.0
C) 8.5-9.0
D) 5.0-6.0
  • 21. What is the maximum size of most Neocaridina shrimp?
A) 1.5 inches
B) 6 inches
C) 3 inches
D) 1 foot
  • 22. What type of food supplement can help shrimp with molting?
A) Phosphate supplement
B) Iron supplement
C) Nitrate supplement
D) Calcium supplement
  • 23. What is the purpose of having a dark-colored substrate in a shrimp tank?
A) Makes shrimp colors appear more vibrant
B) Reduces water hardness
C) Decreases algae growth
D) Increases water pH
  • 24. Which of these is a common disease affecting shrimp?
A) Vorticella
B) Fin rot
C) Ich
D) Dropsy
  • 25. What tool is useful for removing debris and uneaten food from a shrimp tank?
A) Leaf blower
B) Sledge hammer
C) Turkey baster
D) Electric toothbrush
  • 26. What is the primary purpose of aeration in a shrimp tank?
A) To remove nitrates
B) To prevent algae growth
C) To lower the water temperature
D) To increase dissolved oxygen
  • 27. What should you do if you see a planarian worm in your shrimp tank?
A) Increase the water temperature
B) Remove it manually or treat with a dewormer
C) Add more fish to eat it
D) Ignore it, it's harmless
  • 28. Why is it important to avoid using cleaning products that contain ammonia or copper near shrimp tanks?
A) They will cause the shrimp to molt too often
B) They are toxic to shrimp
C) They will make the water too clean
D) They will encourage algae growth
  • 29. What is a good source of protein for shrimp?
A) Sand
B) Specialized shrimp food
C) Fruit
D) Vegetables
  • 30. What is the benefit of having tannins in a shrimp tank?
A) Increased water hardness
B) Makes the water clearer
C) Increased pH
D) Antimicrobial properties
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