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How to Care for Shrimp
Contributed by: Sandhu
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for most freshwater aquarium shrimp?
A) 85-95°F (29-35°C)
B) 50-60°F (10-16°C)
C) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
D) 65-80°F (18-27°C)
  • 2. What is a crucial water parameter to monitor for shrimp health?
A) Ammonia
B) Nitrogen
C) Oxygen
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) Crushed Coral
D) Fertilizer substrate
  • 5. What do shrimp primarily eat?
A) Human food scraps
B) Gravel
C) Biofilm and algae
D) Exclusively fish flakes
  • 6. Which of these elements is toxic to shrimp in high concentrations?
A) Copper
B) Potassium
C) Magnesium
D) Calcium
  • 7. What is 'molting' in the context of shrimp care?
A) Changing color
B) Swimming backwards
C) Laying eggs
D) Shedding their exoskeleton
  • 8. What type of filter is generally considered safest for baby shrimp?
A) Sponge filter
B) Undergravel filter
C) Hang-on-back filter
D) Canister filter
  • 9. What is a common sign of stress in shrimp?
A) Eating more
B) Growing larger
C) Increased activity
D) Loss of color
  • 10. What is the recommended GH (General Hardness) level for Neocaridina shrimp (e.g., Cherry shrimp)?
A) 4-8 dGH
B) 0-4 dGH
C) Above 12 dGH
D) 8-12 dGH
  • 11. What is the recommended KH (Carbonate Hardness) level for Neocaridina shrimp?
A) 0-2 dKH
B) 2-4 dKH
C) 4-8 dKH
D) Above 8 dKH
  • 12. Why is it important to drip acclimate shrimp before introducing them to a new tank?
A) To make them hungry.
B) To exercise them.
C) To slowly adjust them to the new water parameters.
D) To clean them.
  • 13. What plant is known to be beneficial for shrimp tanks as it provides biofilm and hiding places?
A) Java Moss
B) Anubias
C) Amazon Sword
D) Duckweed
  • 14. What is a potential consequence of overfeeding shrimp?
A) Better molting success
B) Increased shrimp growth
C) Poor water quality
D) Brighter shrimp colors
  • 15. What is the purpose of adding botanicals (like Indian Almond Leaves) to a shrimp tank?
A) To add more oxygen
B) To lower pH and provide tannins
C) To raise pH
D) To increase water hardness
  • 16. Which of these tank mates is generally NOT recommended for shrimp?
A) Small peaceful fish
B) Snails
C) Large aggressive fish
D) Otocinclus catfish
  • 17. What is the gestation period for most common aquarium shrimp species?
A) 6 months
B) Around 30 days
C) 1 week
D) 1 day
  • 18. What does 'berried' mean when referring to shrimp?
A) A shrimp that is molting
B) A shrimp that is sick
C) A shrimp that is a specific color variety
D) A female shrimp carrying eggs
  • 19. Why should you remove dead shrimp from the tank quickly?
A) Because they are unsightly
B) Because they release beneficial bacteria
C) To prevent ammonia spikes
D) To avoid attracting predators
  • 20. What is the ideal pH range for most Neocaridina shrimp?
A) 6.5-8.0
B) 9.0-10.0
C) 5.0-6.0
D) 8.5-9.0
  • 21. What is the maximum size of most Neocaridina shrimp?
A) 1 foot
B) 1.5 inches
C) 3 inches
D) 6 inches
  • 22. What type of food supplement can help shrimp with molting?
A) Iron supplement
B) Phosphate supplement
C) Calcium supplement
D) Nitrate supplement
  • 23. What is the purpose of having a dark-colored substrate in a shrimp tank?
A) Reduces water hardness
B) Increases water pH
C) Makes shrimp colors appear more vibrant
D) Decreases algae growth
  • 24. Which of these is a common disease affecting shrimp?
A) Ich
B) Dropsy
C) Vorticella
D) Fin rot
  • 25. What tool is useful for removing debris and uneaten food from a shrimp tank?
A) Sledge hammer
B) Turkey baster
C) Electric toothbrush
D) Leaf blower
  • 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) Ignore it, it's harmless
B) Increase the water temperature
C) Remove it manually or treat with a dewormer
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 cause the shrimp to molt too often
B) They are toxic to shrimp
C) They will encourage algae growth
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) Increased water hardness
B) Increased pH
C) Antimicrobial properties
D) Makes the water clearer
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