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