Common Problems

Common shrimp problems and what to check first

Most shrimp issues are linked to instability rather than a single dramatic cause. Start with the basics and work from the last change you made.

Shrimp are dying after water changes

• Check temperature mismatch.
• Check remineralisation consistency.
• Check whether tap treatment, additives, or filter cleaning changed at the same time.

Failed moults

• Review GH, KH, TDS, and overall mineral stability.
• Check whether the tank is too new or nutrition is inconsistent.
• Look for stress from fish, overheating, or sudden large maintenance routines.

No breeding or poor shrimplet survival

• Check for fish predation, even from supposedly peaceful species.
• Increase moss, grazing surfaces, and fine cover.
• Reduce over-cleaning and let the tank mature further.

Compatibility, care, and problem-solving guidance on this site is general advice only and depends on your exact aquarium conditions.