Mountain Shrimp - Atyopsis Moluccensis

The filter feeding bamboo shrimp make an unusual addition to mature peaceful community aquariums with a high flow rate. Instead of claws, the first set of legs have evolved special fan-like attachments or chelae which the shrimp use to filter microscopic particles of food from the flowing water.. Tank setup:. Good filtration, clean and stable water conditions, along with decent water circulation is obviously a must for this species. The current within the aquarium can be further enhanced by the use of small powerheads be sure that the model you use comes with a protective cage or filter-sponge underneath to prevent the shrimp from being drawn into the motor . Flat stones and bogwood can be piled up in the path of the flow, where the shrimp will enjoy sitting with their fans outstretched, collecting fine food particles.. These shrimp may initially be perceived as being of a slow and clumsy nature, however, they are actually very agile and are excellent climbers escape artists. For these reasons, make sure your shrimp tank has tight fitting cover slides.. Behavioural traits:. Bamboo shrimps are fairly sociable and should be kept in groups. On occasion, they may become a little territorial with each other More noticeable in smaller tanks, but they will not cause any damage to one another. The arguments are often over who gets to sit in the best area of flow these shrimp can be kept safely with plants, although due to the water movement, hardier species should be chosen.. Ta...

The filter feeding bamboo shrimp make an unusual addition to mature peaceful community aquariums with a high flow rate. Instead of claws, the first set