Previous posts in this 4-part series discussed the natural environment of cherry shrimp and their unorthodox method of feeding; or, more accurately, grazing. In this post, we’ll go over how to develop vibrant biofilm for your shrimp to graze upon.

If you haven’t kept shrimp before, you might wonder why people enjoy them. There’s more than one reason!

It’s easy to know when your tank is ready for shrimp—your plants will be growing. Seeing algae is another good sign. Plant growth shows the tank is alive and capable of sustaining additional life.

Studies have shown that aquariums provides relief from tension. The magic glass box lowers stress and boosts health.

Here are some positive benefits of keeping shrimp:

Actually, the title of this post is a little misleading: Cherry shrimp do well with any plant. They don’t actually eat them, but instead graze the biofilm and feed on the tiny animals that grow on them. In the process, they keep plants clean.

My plan is to share information and resources that have helped me, to pass on shrimp-keeping news and information to other enthusiasts, and to keep in touch with other hobbyists.