Bamboo Shrimp Feeding and Phytoplankton?

1] How do phytoplanktons get in the aquarium for the bamboo shrimp to feed on?





2] How can I make sure I have phytoplanktons?





3] What can I feed Bamboo Shrimps besides that phytoplanktons that the aquarium system has so I can make sure the bamboo shrimps are eating?





4] Are phytoplanktons only saltwater organisms?

Bamboo Shrimp Feeding and Phytoplankton?
1.normally comes in with live rock or from the seawater for water changes.


2.you should have some naturally in your aquarium or you can add it.Your local fish shop should have some or you can use natural sea water for water changes.


2.I dont think you can target feed them as they are filter feeders.


4.Not sure about this one but i think they are saltwater only.
Reply:Bamboo shrimp require a water current to filter feed on, If a bamboo shrimp is observed trying to scavenge for food on the substrate using its fans, this is a sign there is not enough food in the water for it to feed, in this case you could try feeding them algae wafers.... for more advice see us at www.fish-keeping.com were we would be happy to answer anythink you need to know about bamboo shrimps
Reply:i wouldn't worry to much on the phytoplankton. Every bamboo shrimp (or vampire shrimp for that matter) Would go for brine shrimp of some finely crused flake food.


If they get hungry enough they'll learn to scoop foo off the bottom (Albiet awkwardly)
Reply:1- typically they don't you supplement them


2- make your own


3-mine ate any food floating in the water never herd of them eating phyto (aren't they freshwater that is what we are talking about right)


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