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MudTrails225 · 04-16-2005, 08:57 PM

Ghost Shrimp, also known as Glass Shrimp, are a relatively small invertebrate only reaching a maximum size of 1". Their bodies are transparent, and an orange to yellow colored spot is visible in the center of the tail. The body is segmented, and features ten sets of legs. The first four sets have tiny claws that aid the shrimp in feeding.

An established freshwater aquarium of at least 10 gallons ( 68-85 F, pH 6.5-8.0)with plenty of hiding places and a mature substrate are the ideal setup for the Ghost Shrimp. It should be housed with small peaceful fish that will not pose a threat of eating these shrimp.

Ghost shrimp will readily breed in the aquarium if kept in large enough groups. The female carries the eggs, which appear as small black dots under the tail. If interested in raising the shrimp, remove the female to a different aquarium until the shrimp hatch. At that point, return the female back to the main aquarium and feed the baby shrimp newly hatched brine shrimp, rotifers, or a suitable liquid food.

Ghost shrimp are an excellent food source for many types of both freshwater and saltwater fish. They are great for getting hard to feed fish such as seahorses, lionfish Grunts and newly born sharks to begin feeding.

The Ghost shrimp are omnivores that will consume algae, detritus and left over food. If insufficient food is present, supplement with a quality flake food or pellet.

04-16-2005, 08:57 PM	#2
MudTrails225 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 5	Re: ghost shrimp Ghost Shrimp, also known as Glass Shrimp, are a relatively small invertebrate only reaching a maximum size of 1". Their bodies are transparent, and an orange to yellow colored spot is visible in the center of the tail. The body is segmented, and features ten sets of legs. The first four sets have tiny claws that aid the shrimp in feeding. An established freshwater aquarium of at least 10 gallons ( 68-85 F, pH 6.5-8.0)with plenty of hiding places and a mature substrate are the ideal setup for the Ghost Shrimp. It should be housed with small peaceful fish that will not pose a threat of eating these shrimp. Ghost shrimp will readily breed in the aquarium if kept in large enough groups. The female carries the eggs, which appear as small black dots under the tail. If interested in raising the shrimp, remove the female to a different aquarium until the shrimp hatch. At that point, return the female back to the main aquarium and feed the baby shrimp newly hatched brine shrimp, rotifers, or a suitable liquid food. Ghost shrimp are an excellent food source for many types of both freshwater and saltwater fish. They are great for getting hard to feed fish such as seahorses, lionfish Grunts and newly born sharks to begin feeding. The Ghost shrimp are omnivores that will consume algae, detritus and left over food. If insufficient food is present, supplement with a quality flake food or pellet.