Ghost Shrimp Stats Minimum Tank Size: 5 Gallons Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: 6.5-7.5 (Soft to Hard) Temperature: 18-28 °C (65-82 °F) Maximum Size: 1.5 inches (4 centimetres) The name ghost shrimp applies to dozens of different shrimp that all share a common trait – a completely translucent body. The name ghost shrimp originates from their nearly transparent … [Read more...] about Ghost Shrimp – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Ghost Shrimp
Invertebrates
Golden Apple Snails – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Golden Apple Snails
Golden Apple Snail Stats Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons Care Level: Moderate Water Conditions: 7.0-8.0 and Moderately Hard to Very Hard Temperature: 21–27 °C (71.5–80.5 °F) Maximum Size: 6 inches (15cm) The golden apple snail (Pomacea bridgesii), which is also known under the names apple snail, mystery snail and golden mystery snail, is a large, popular fresh-water … [Read more...] about Golden Apple Snails – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Golden Apple Snails
Malaysian Trumpet Snails (MTS) in the Home Aquarium
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 1 Gallon Care Level: Very Easy Water Conditions: PH 6.8-8 and Soft to Very Hard Temperature: 65-77 F (18-25C) The Malaysian trumpet snail (MTS) or red-rimmed melania (Melanoides Tuberculata) is often alternatively praised and cursed by freshwater aquarium enthusiasts. On the one hand, this small snail will devour algae, eat excess … [Read more...] about Malaysian Trumpet Snails (MTS) in the Home Aquarium
Crayfish – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Freshwater Crayfish (Crawfish)
Crayfish Stats Minimum Tank Size: 5 Gallons Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: PH 6.5-8 and Medium Hard to Very Hard Temperature: 65-75 F (18-23 C) Maximum Size: 3 inches (8 centimetres) Introduction For anyone looking for a quirky and interesting pet, the freshwater crayfish is an excellent choice.. They are easy to care for, extremely hardy, and often interact … [Read more...] about Crayfish – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Freshwater Crayfish (Crawfish)