Native Glass Shrimp $4 (Normally $5) Each + $13.99 Express Postage ($0 SYD C&C) @ Sydney Aquascapes

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AssociatedBrandingo on 20/05/2024 - 10:23 sydney-aquascapes.com.au (459 clicks)
Last edited 21/05/2024 - 12:42 by 1 other user

New native Australian shrimp in stock! With their signature humped back, these guys are very clear without much colour just like in our rivers and lakes.

We also have some neocaradianas as usual:
Ghosts - $2.50
Red Cherries - $3.99
Chocolates - $6
Yellows - $7
Blues - $12

These Freshwater Dwarf Shrimp are a great addition to your clean-up crew. Great Algae eaters, and easy to keep.
Temperature: Optimal 20-26°C, but they can tolerate extremes from 8-30°C in the wild.

Dwarf Shrimp are scavengers. They eat algae, bacteria and other microorganisms around the tank, and will never attack other live animals. They have a minimum bio-load and are a great addition to almost any tank's ecosystem!
Don't forget to check out our plants for combined postage and keeping the shrimp happy in transit!

Keeping with fish:
The general rule for all aquatic life is "if it fits in their mouth they will eat it." Unless you have specifically passive or vegetarian fish, shrimp may be eaten by any fish which is large enough to swallow one hole. Adult shrimp grow to 2cm in length, with juveniles being at least 1cm. Conversely, any smaller fish will live with them very happily. They may eat the baby shrimp if they breed, but if you have enough plant cover, usually enough survive to keep the colony going.

If you have any questions or problems feel free to ask!

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  NotReallyaMoneySaver on 20/05/2024 - 10:25

  +2

  Damn shrimp is affordable these days. If I can grow enough shrimp, I won't have to pay the $40 for shrimp at coleworth. The savings is the worth the sickness /s

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    AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 10:26

    +1

    Well these are pets, not really affordable for eating :)

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      NotReallyaMoneySaver on 20/05/2024 - 10:30

      +2

      Hmm that's a fair point. It may cost a lot in the short term but shall definitely be worth it in the long run. Thanks OP. Can I please have 5 men and women shrimps. None of the children is preferable.

      But in all honestly, good deal OP. Now I can save the $1 for shrimp and spend an extra $200 on things needed for the shrimp :).

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  cmyk on 20/05/2024 - 10:56

  Looking to start a small aquarium without heating. Are there any shrimp that's suitable for cold water?

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    AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 11:13

    +1

    These ones!

    But if they are indoors, and your house doesnt get below 15 degrees, any we sell at the moment will be ok.

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      cmyk on 20/05/2024 - 16:50

      Thanks! What's the max number of shrimps recommended for a 20l tank?

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  Mondorock on 20/05/2024 - 10:59

  Are they tasty?

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  Broden on 20/05/2024 - 11:10

  Are these good for outdoor ponds and water features?

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    AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 11:12

    Yes should be!

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      Broden on 20/05/2024 - 11:20

      Chocolates are OOS? :(

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        AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 12:23

        Oos?

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          thorpef1 on 20/05/2024 - 12:28

          @Brandingo: OOO - Out of stock

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            AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 12:43

            @thorpef1: Ah thanks.

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        AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 12:43

        Ah yes at the moment, just breeding them out.

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  rompastompa on 20/05/2024 - 11:44

  What states do you deliver these to?

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    AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 12:24

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    All but SA

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      ozbking on 20/05/2024 - 13:06

      Why is that?

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        bio on 20/05/2024 - 13:37

        +1

        https://pir.sa.gov.au/biosecurity/aquatics

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        AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 14:51

        Sorry all but WA! Had the wrong state. SA too

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  muahaha2 on 20/05/2024 - 15:04

  https://www.kmart.com.au/product/20l-aquarium-starter-kit-41…

  will this be a good strter? im noub to aquarium but im guessing we buy the kit, add water, and maintain the ph, add some chlorine would be suffieicnt? thank you !

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    AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 20/05/2024 - 16:27

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    It's fine just:
    1. Don't add more than 4-6 fish, or shrimp only would be great.
    2. Make sure all fish are small and don't grow to over 4cm.
    3. Ideally don't start with all fish, just shrimp or 1-2 fish, then add the rest after two weeks if there are no issues.

    Don't worry about the PH, just make sure you add the de-chlorinator to any tap water before adding it into the tank and:
    Change 25% of the water every week with fresh water and
    Never clean the filter sponge under tap water, and never turn it off (except when cleaning the sponge about twice a year, whenever the filter flow slows down, and always clean it in old tank water when you do a water change).

    Finally be careful not to overfeed, you never want food sitting around in the tank for more than 5-10 minutes.

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  MagicTsukai on 21/05/2024 - 10:21

  Minimal amount to order for them to populate slowly?
  In a currently 20l snail only tank.
  Also is a running filter needed? I turned mine off now that I only have snails.

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    AssociatedBrandingo @ Sydney Aquascapes on 21/05/2024 - 11:21

    +1

    Yes a filter is needed, and I recommend 10 to start a colony.

    However for a 20L you might want 6-8. If you'd like to breed them seriously you need at least a 30L tank.