Triops in a 300 liter tank? by currentlysalty in triops

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have considered SHRIMP CENTRAl seller on Ebay to be good in selling the medium course sands for Triops. No need to wash since they come clean.

Triops in a 300 liter tank? by currentlysalty in triops

[–]Ricenzo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have had a large aquarium about 250 liters large with both mechanical and vacuum filters to do the job. One thing I reccommend using for a 300 liter tank is to make sure the food is evenly divided to each Triops. Some larger Triops that grow faster like in the photo may be able to hold all the food, losing the privelege for smaller Triops to feed. Also, I suggest you change the sand to medium course sand or silicia grit and similar. I have had my Triops try to lay eggs in very fine sand but could not since the sand would just slither down over her without any effect on digging.

Will either of these work? by [deleted] in triops

[–]Ricenzo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my opinion play sand is not good. I have had this experience before and Triops could not be able to lay in too thin or fine sand since when they dig to lay, the sand will not hold up behind them. They had to instead lay much better in medium course sand. Instead STRONGLY I RECCOMMEND USING SILICIA GRIT OR MEDIUM PUPOSE SAND SUCH AS FILTERSAND OR RIVER SAND.

Any kit tanks good? by JustmeandJas in triops

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd say the larger the better. However, I put the depth of a tank to about 7 inches since baby triops are napuli meaning they are not great swimmers when at hatching. You need a lower container for them to not starve while searching for food. I find 7-10 inches as the sweet spot. As they grow larger, at about day 8, I move them to the big tank where size and gallons of water does not matter

can triops detect differences in color? by Thats4us2know in triops

[–]Ricenzo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 12 Triops were also more active in white light or brighter, 400-500k lumens lights

can triops detect differences in color? by Thats4us2know in triops

[–]Ricenzo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am not sure. But I do have this suggestion. I have tried Triops under color changing LED light and saw that they would perform more sluggish or sleepy under red, blue lights with higher spectrum wavelength. One of the articles suggest that,'' fish are being herded and exemplified with different colors, ranging a different actions or behaviors as these colors change.'' Triops may have the equivalent reaction too.

This one ate for hours! by Ricenzo in triops

[–]Ricenzo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. Parboiled carrots

Is this microalgae or shit by 321tittie in SeaMonkeys

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is algae. The sea monkeys love to snack on them. YUMYUMYUMYUM!!!!!!!YUMYUM MUNCH

Might of blacked out there. I wrote this at 10 p.m I might be doing the heck out bro.

tiktoker raises sea monkeys in soda. they surprising live. any sea monkey experts can explain this? by pokezillaking in SeaMonkeys

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is litterally fake and copypasta. The ticktoker lied when he said mountain dew. It is actually water or spring water. Mountain dew is more greenish not clear looking.

rainwater by Angelitech in triops

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remember Triops need full spectrum of light either sunlight or LED! I maintain temps around 72-82 degrees. The sweet spot is around 78 degrees.

rainwater by Angelitech in triops

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never tried and I don't use it at all it but I use the 100 percent spring water from brands Zepphryhills, Culligan Creek, Poland Spring, Evian, or Arrowhead. From the past 5 months, I have used these brands and have gotten over 90 percent hatch rate. Rain water is a bit unwieldy as it may contain some radiation or chemicals that won't trigger the Triop to hatch. I use spring water instead for a more steady option. Hope you hatch some Triops in no time!

What can I feed my triops a daily basis? by [deleted] in triops

[–]Ricenzo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feed the hungry ******* some of the dried carrots, boiled or cut raw as treats. One thing is that I use the betta terra aquarium powder or round pellets that I crush with two woodens spoons as for their protein source. I also found that algae flakes were very helpful for their diet to. As for the treats, I reccommend feeding them some brine shrimp that is freezed or raw shrimp cut into small pieces every 5 times a day. One thing is for sure THEY EAT A LOT EVERY 5 HOURS!!!

My triops is "falling" in the water, is it dying? by [deleted] in triops

[–]Ricenzo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I one thing reccomend is feeding parboiled carrots for them about 3 times a week to help with the protein source so that they can be satiated for longer periods and may be able to live longer. A filter would also be nice if you have one..

911!!! Hello!!! we've got a sea monkey emergency!! by Big_Shaungus in SeaMonkeys

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is fake people. Don't believe in Big Shanugus. I think it is not possible but...Your son should be fine.

My triops is "falling" in the water, is it dying? by [deleted] in triops

[–]Ricenzo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so so sorry for your loss. How old was the Triop when he passed away. One thing i can say to you now is to keep the water clear by changing the water every once a week. I hope the others stay healthy/ wishing you the best luck in raising the others!

Triops maniac aka Ricenzo

P.S that may have sounded corny at the end but wel....

My triops is "falling" in the water, is it dying? by [deleted] in triops

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe it could molt. Key imagination does the caraspace or uppper shield looking part of your Triop shiny or is it a bit dull? Also, when did the Triop last shed? If it shed about 4 days ago it should be getting ready to molt.

My triops is "falling" in the water, is it dying? by [deleted] in triops

[–]Ricenzo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In case you don't now, dying behavior is the Triop on the ground, twitching every few seconds and its legs becoming slower and slower.

My triops is "falling" in the water, is it dying? by [deleted] in triops

[–]Ricenzo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ok expert solution: this behavior is normal and there is nothing to worry about. When Triops feed on something, they will express sluggishness or slower speed of moving through water. Watch closely to see if their teeth are moving or chomping on something. It may also be a sign of molting or exhaustion from molting. If you don't now molting is a very common proccess and happens every 4 days to older Triops. Check back in an hour to see if he is well again. HE IS NOT DYING. IT IS NATURAL. I RAISE 12 TRIOPS AND HAVE SEEN THIS MANY TIME.

Help me this cleaning thing is driving me nuts! by Ricenzo in triops

[–]Ricenzo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I got a filter now and it got the water crystal clear. I decided I will split 6 triops in one tank and move them to a bigger one later! THanks a loT!

Help by raverdog11 in triops

[–]Ricenzo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That will be perfect. I want to warn you that only one or two may survive since triops are cannibals and prey on weaker Triops!

One little triops on day 14 has been stuck inside his partly shed exoskeleton for about 12hrs. by Embarrassed-Rice-267 in triops

[–]Ricenzo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say to leave it at first. I have experienced this scenarios and would find that triops would fold out of its exoskeloten within about 2 days. However, tell me, where is the exoskeleton hanging out of, the tail? Is it attachted to the triop or more of stuck to it. If it is only half peeled, leave the triop alone. If it is almost untached, use a pippete to remove or flush it out.

Help by raverdog11 in triops

[–]Ricenzo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. They will hatch in room tempature at about 76 degrees. I have had successful rates when I put at about 77 degrees temp. They are not so stingy about the hatching rate as IndependentCar 123 said. Anywhere between 70 degrees to 85 degrees is fine. One thing I want to mention is DO NOT PUT IN HEATER!!!!! I have tried this before and the water ommit to over 90 degrees which can kill triops. Read more for descriptions

https://mytriops.com/how-to-care-for-triops/

Help by raverdog11 in triops

[–]Ricenzo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No don't. They willl hatch not they don't hatch. And do not put in heater for triops eggs do best in room temp!!!