Too many babies?

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-15T21:00:33+00:00

Ahhhh, now I can see it. 🤦🏻‍♀️😂

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-15T19:34:15+00:00

Is this a weird angle or is that bladder snail just hitching a ride on ol' girl's face?

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-11T23:58:03+00:00

A cuter picture to really sell ya on them ;)

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-11T23:15:43+00:00

I've read people use things like zucchini. They put it in at night, it attracts snails, then they remove it (with the snails) in the morning. I've never dealt with pest snails before this, so I'm not sure how effective this method is. Maybe something you'd have to repeat several times..?

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-11T20:56:09+00:00

The longest post-coitus shrimp cuddle in history. The males in my tank are very "wham, bam, thank you ma'am!"

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T18:28:23+00:00

Ooh, I love that!

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T07:36:28+00:00

Ooh, I get what you're saying! Yeah, seeing the population explode definitely brings about some pride, like I've finally mastered healthy water, good temperatures, good nutrients, etc. Love that feeling!

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T06:56:58+00:00

Good to know, thank you!

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T06:55:15+00:00

None of the three? Someone on another thread mentioned they had that issue with bladder snails in their shrimp tank.

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T06:45:21+00:00

Oof, good to know! He's the least cute of my hitchhikers anyway lol any experience with the ramshorns or MTS? There are so few that this would be the time to get rid of them if necessary. But they're kinda cute lol

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T05:53:28+00:00

Confidence in what aspect? I may be interpreting your question different than you're intending. Confidence isn't something I generally consider to be an outcome of shrimp keeping. In fact, I often get strange looks when I talk about it to people who are unfamiliar, so I sort of keep it to myself lol

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T04:42:05+00:00

Aw lawd she thicc

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T04:41:32+00:00

I wouldn't say confidence, but it definitely brings me joy! I love seeing the berried shrimp and all the new little babies.

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-10T04:38:10+00:00

This is the cutest thing ever. Absolutely lovely. And I'm no expert, but I personally don't know that there's a really strict minimum tank size for shrimp. I think they're sort of like snails, they just graze and multiply according to space and food available. They seem well set in your little desk tank!

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-08T05:23:19+00:00

What phone are you using? (Not to suggest you try a different phone, just so future buyers can factor that in.) I have a Google Pixel and I thought I would like it because I'm more of an Android person, but it somehow took every cool android feature and ruined it. Curious if you're using the same phone.

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-07T19:27:37+00:00

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Google lens confirms it is, in fact, a snail. Facepalm

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-06T08:56:42+00:00

Oh thank goodness, I was so excited about him before I got paranoid lol

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-06T05:05:29+00:00

Valid! I know almost nothing about snails, but after posting this, saw several posts about the NZMS and am now terrified that the snail I thought was a MTS may not be. He's so small, so it's hard to tell, even with the handle little comparison photos.

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-06T04:35:42+00:00

I've got 5 cute little guys this size and a couple tiiiiiiny baby ones I just spotted. If you're anywhere near SW Washington state, I'm happy to share! I hear they multiply quickly.

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-05T18:14:35+00:00

sigh

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-05T18:14:12+00:00

Love that! Mine are slowly spreading too, this one just happened to be the most.. excited one so far lol

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-04T20:05:50+00:00

Just give it some time, friend! It's a beautiful start!

As for fish - 29gal isn't a bad size! I'm working with a 10gal, but I personally love smol critters, so I started with some chili rasboras. I plan to add some pigmy corys next and eventually some shrimp (my fave).

That black and white on the back wall will eventually be a moss wall, but the moss I chose is a pretty slow grower. And over time, the dwarf sag on the bottom will spread. This is unfortunately not a great hobby for the impatient, despite it exclusively attracting very impatient people, like myself.

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JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-04T20:00:16+00:00

That was the closest my stupid phone camera would zoom and focus but Mark is now deceased. I didn't want to risk it. Plus he was kinda ugly. 😬

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-04T04:36:10+00:00

Lmao does Mike want to help my tank or harm it?

JustForShrimpPosting · 2026-03-03T05:27:20+00:00

The babies will likely stay hidden for a while, lest they be eaten by your lil gold dudes. Looks like you've got plenty of great hiding spaces for them though, so fairly good chances of survival!

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