3 shrimp, 3 molts, 1 day

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cinnamon
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3 shrimp, 3 molts, 1 day

Post by cinnamon »

It's been almost two weeks since I moved three shrimp from an EcoSphere to a two-gallon tank, and all three molted today (one this morning and two this evening)! Isn't that crazy? Here are some pictures - the "shrimp ghosts" are very cool-looking but also make my skin crawl a little bit, lol. I'm hoping this is a good sign that means they're growing in their new home.

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Re: 3 shrimp, 3 molts, 1 day

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Re: 3 shrimp, 3 molts, 1 day

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I would say it's _very_ good news! Molting means they are growing, which means they are getting their nutrients as well as feeling comfortable in their new environment. I personally think the molts are really cool, and it's crazy that they all happened in the same day. Congratulations!
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Re: 3 shrimp, 3 molts, 1 day

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Wow that's neat! Yes it's a good sign.
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Re: 3 shrimp, 3 molts, 1 day

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They have finally enough to munch on, so they are digging in...which causes growth. Awesome! :)
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