Mystery of the missing shrimp

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reefer171
 
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Mystery of the missing shrimp

by reefer171

I don't know what is happening to them :? Could they be getting into the filter intake? Do shrimp do that? My first thought was the fish are snacking on them but my fish are fairly small and they've never showed an interest before.


xxluckxx
 
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Re: Mystery of the missing shrimp

by xxluckxx

Are you sure they're really gone? Not just hiding? I've heard about shrimp hiding all the time. I'm not sure what the cause is - if they're scared or if something is wrong with the water quality. Some shrimps need perfect water. I don't know if cherries are one of those. But I'd probably test the water just so you can rule that out at least...


kate_kuhli
 
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Re: Mystery of the missing shrimp

by kate_kuhli

I agree, check thoroughly for them as they could just be hiding. Sometimes shrimp will hide if they're being harassed by the fish or are otherwise scared. Is there enough cover available for the shrimp to feel secure?

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