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Cholla Wood: Origin, Benefits & Planting
Hollow, porous tubes full of life: Vuka wood (Cholla wood) is a magnet for shrimp and small fish. Origin, benefits, varieties, and how to plant it without glue.
Using the Söchting Oxydator Correctly: The Ultimate Guide to Silent Oxygen Supply
Oxygen without a pump or electricity: How the Söchting Oxydator is designed, how it works, how to dose it correctly, and why it is the ideal solution for the holiday season.
Orange Eyes in Dwarf Shrimp: Myth, Science, and Proper Keeping
Are Orange Eyes shrimp blind? We debunk the myth, explain the scientific background, and show you how to properly set up your aquarium for OE shrimp.
Nutrition of Aquarium Snails: The Key to Healthy Shells
Brittle or pale shells are often a sign of a nutritional deficiency. How different aquarium snails feed in the wild, why calcium alone is not enough, and how to provide them wit...
The Moss Background: Transform the back pane into a living ecosystem
Turn the bare rear window into a green highlight: A moss back wall looks great and acts like a giant biofilter. The benefits, suitable sizes, and the click-&-grow principle.
Isopods & Springtails: The Invisible Health Police in the Terrarium
Woodlice and springtails are not pests, but the health police in the terrarium. What they do, what ornamental woodlice there are, and how they help with leaf litter and pine cones.
Java Fern in the Aquarium: A Classic with Surprising Diversity
Robust, adaptable and versatile: Java fern fits in almost any aquarium. Origin, water parameters, the most beautiful varieties and how to attach it without any glue.
Sulawesi Cardinal Shrimp: The Jewel from Lake Matano
Ruby red with white spots: The cardinal shrimp from Lake Matano is a dream pet with clear requirements. Water parameters, décor, nutrition, and tank mates for a Sulawesi tank.
Ramshorn Snails in the Aquarium: Color Diversity, Keeping, and Care
Bright red, deep blue, or pink: Ramshorn snails are hardy, useful, and attractive. An overview of the color varieties, water parameters, diet, and breeding of the popular aquari...
The primitive reproductive type: When shrimp offspring need the sea
Amano shrimp offspring need brackish water and the sea. How this primitive type of reproduction works, what journey the larvae undertake, and why breeding them is so challenging.
The Specialized Reproductive Type: How Freshwater Shrimp Reproduce
Why do Neocaridina breed almost by themselves, while Amano shrimp do not? The answer lies in their reproductive method. We explain this specialized type and what the animals nee...
First Aid for Molting Problems: What to do when your shrimp gets stuck?
When a shrimp is stuck in its shell, every minute counts. How to recognize molting problems, what to do in an emergency, and why prevention is the best protection.
From Egg to Baby Shrimp: The Wonder of Reproduction
From courtship swimming to the first baby shrimp in the moss: this is how Caridina and Neocaridina reproduce and how you can support the females and their offspring at every stage.
Do shrimp really eat algae?
Shrimp are considered algae eaters, but they actually love biofilm. What they really graze on all day, why tanks that are too clean are dangerous for them, and how to promote th...
Bacterial Intolerance: When a Shrimp's Immune System Fails
New shrimp added and suddenly animals are dying? Often, bacterial incompatibility is to blame. The biological background and a checklist to help you safely acclimate new inhabit...
Montmorillonite and Mironekuton: The Japanese Secrets for Perfect Water
Natural stones from Japan for stable water: Montmorillonite and mironekuton provide minerals and stabilize water parameters. Origin, composition, and proper use in the aquarium.
Oxygen in the Aquarium: The Invisible Element for Vital Invertebrates
At night, your aquarium can become an oxygen trap. Why invertebrates are so sensitive to oxygen deficiency and how the Söchting Oxydator provides a remedy silently and without e...
Dwarf Corydoras: The Ideal Tank Mates for Your Shrimp Aquarium
Which fish are suitable to keep with shrimp without eating the offspring? Pygmy corydoras catfish are the ideal tank mates. Profile, care, setup, and diet for Corydoras habrosus...
Snacks for Shrimp & Co.: Variety, Vacation Feeding, and Observing Fun
Snacks add variety and offer real benefits: shrimp lollies provide entertainment to watch, while Crispy Caves can serve as emergency food during holidays. What to look for when ...
Moss in a Shrimp Aquarium: The Green Heart for Happy Invertebrates
Moss is a pantry, a nursery, and a hiding place all at once. Why it should be in every invertebrate tank, which types of moss grow most beautifully, and how to cultivate them wi...
Geosesarma: The Colorful Jewels of Southeast Asia's Rainforests
Bright colors, yellow eyes, compact size: Geosesarma crabs are the stars of the small terrarium. Origin, common species, care and diet of the land crabs from Southeast Asia.
LED Lighting in Aquariums: Brilliant Colors, Efficiency, and the Height Problem
LEDs save electricity and make colors shine, but in clip-on lamps they are often too close to the water. The advantages of modern lighting and how more distance improves the lig...
The CPO: An Orange Jewel for the Aquarium – Keeping, Origin & Care
Small, bold, and bright orange: the CPO dwarf crayfish brings action to the aquarium without destroying the plants. Origin, color morphs, care, and the right nutrition for a str...
Undergravel Filters in Aquariums: The Asian Secret to Stable Breeding Success
Standard in Asia, but long underestimated by us: the substrate filter. How it works, why it harmonizes so well with active soil, and why it is the foundation of many successful ...
Algae in the Aquarium: Investigating Causes Instead of Fighting Symptoms
Hair algae, brush algae, cyanobacteria: algae are indicators, not enemies. Learn why chemicals usually only provide short-term relief and how to identify the underlying causes a...
Water Changes in Aquariums: Necessary Evil or Individual Tool?
50% weekly or barely any fresh water? The right water change is as individual as your tank. Why we change water at all, where the dangers lie, and how to do it stress-free.
Tylomelania: The Majestic Elephant Snails from Sulawesi
Elephant snails from Sulawesi bring an exotic touch to the aquarium. Everything about their origin, popular Tylomelania species, proper nutrition, and the special requirements f...
Active Soil in the Aquarium: Miracle Cure or Ticking Time Bomb?
Active soil lowers the pH and buffers the water, but its effect eventually wears off. What soil does, what variants are available, and how to avoid completely restarting your tank.
The Aquarium Skimmer: Clean Surface or Death Trap for Shrimp?
A skimmer removes the annoying surface film and improves gas exchange, but can become a trap for shrimp and small fish. Here’s how it works and how to make it safe.
Attaching moss is a thing of the past: The revolution with ShrimpPuddle Moss Pads
No more nylon thread and superglue: We show why traditional moss tying so often leads to frustration and how ShrimpPuddle Moss Pads make attaching moss quick and easy.
The Unsung Hero: Why Plastic Makes Aquascaping Possible
Without plastic, the aquarium hobby would be barely affordable. An honest look at where plastic is used throughout, why quality matters, and what food safety means for the well-...
Bucephalandras: Colorful Jewels from the Jungles of Borneo
Deep blue to metallic purple: Bucephalandras are the jewels among epiphytic plants. Origin, care, and tips for purchasing and acclimating these hardy plants from Borneo.
Feeding Baby Shrimp Properly: How to Ensure the Survival of Your Offspring
The first two weeks determine the survival of your offspring. Learn what baby shrimp eat, how to promote biofilm growth, and why fine powdered food is so important for breeding.
Humic Substances in Invertebrate Aquariums: The Invisible Elixir of Life
Humic substances are much more than brown water: they support molting, reduce pathogens, and promote breeding. Here’s how to properly use liquid humic substances and natural mat...
Molting in Shrimp: Everything About Your Invertebrates' Fascinating "Wardrobe Change"
Empty shell in the tank? No need to panic. We explain how shrimp molt, why young shrimp molt so often, and how you can support your animals with proper nutrition and stable wate...
Conditioning Tap Water for Shrimp: Why "Drinking Water" Isn't Always Safe
Tap water is not automatically safe for aquariums. Why tap water quality fluctuates, which substances are harmful to shrimp, crayfish, and snails, and how a water treatment syst...
3D Printing in Aquariums: Innovation Meets Safety – What You Need to Know
3D-printed parts are taking over the aquarium. Which plastic is really safe? We compare PLA and PETG and explain what matters when it comes to food safety and manufacturing.
