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