The sight of tiny baby shrimp in the moss is the highlight for every owner. But the first two weeks are critical: this is where the right feeding strategy determines the survival rate of your colony. In this article, you will learn why conventional food is often not enough for the smallest ones and how you can support them optimally.
The first days: depletion and biofilm
Newly hatched shrimp are born with a supply: for the first 2 to 3 days, they feed almost exclusively on their egg yolk remnants. During this phase, they hardly move from the spot. As soon as this supply is exhausted, they begin to search for food. Since baby shrimp are extremely shy and do not actively swim to the feeding area, they depend on what grows directly in front of their noses: biofilm and aufwuchs.
Actively promoting biofilm
In clinically clean or newly set up tanks, the natural aufwuchs is often not enough. To ensure that there are enough microorganisms available as food everywhere in the aquarium, we recommend targeted biofilm promotion.
GlasGarten Bacter AE
This powder adds important microorganisms to the water and activates the formation of a healthy biofilm on all surfaces – the perfect "permanent pantry" for the offspring.
Why powder food is essential for babies
After the first phase, biofilm alone is often no longer sufficient for large broods. Here, special baby food in powder form is the solution.
The advantages of powder food:
- Comprehensive supply: The powder disperses as a fine cloud throughout the entire tank due to the current. This way, every baby finds food, no matter which corner it is in.
- Easy intake: The tiny mouthparts cannot handle hard pellets. The powder is immediately edible.
- High energy density: Babies shed their skin almost daily in the first few days. Powder food provides the necessary energy for this strenuous process.
Our recommendations for rearing
As the little ones become more active, you can ensure healthy growth with targeted products:
GlasGarten Shrimp Baby Food
A high-protein food that accelerates development and provides important minerals for shell formation.
Garnelen4you Baby Powder
A fine mixture that is particularly well distributed by the current and strengthens vitality.
Conclusion
Successful breeding is based on two pillars: First, promote natural biofilm with GlasGarten Bacter AE, and then support growth with a fine cloud of Shrimp Baby Food or Baby Powder. This way, you ensure that no young animal starves just because it doesn't yet know its way to the feeding area.
