It has the inbuilt light and filter but the filter isn't working so I went ahead and ordered a sponge filter and air pump 😄 Thanks so much for the responses! I ended up managing to score a 60L (15.8gal) tank today for $80. Have you tried your local ads or fish groups for other people which may keep shrimp in your area? Shrimp tanks don't need a heater - unless you are cycling the tank, in which case a heater may come in handy! Otherwies, not necessary. That said, if you want an all in one and ready to modify as needed, then go for it! I would recommend a minimum of a 10 gallon tank though for breeding purposes.

It's likely to be cheaper to get a tank with your own light and sponge filter anyway, if you keep it simple. Tanks that come with built in filters often require modifications to make the tanks shrimp safe. Some sources may say 10 per gallon, but with the right setup, you could easily have 100 per gallon! There really is no shrimp to gallon ratio. Sorry for being such a noob, shrimp aren't very popular where I am in Australia so talking to someone in the know is kinda hard for me!Īttached is my current little tank, only planted 2 days ago because I had to separate them from my Betta who decided he was a territorial warrior suddenly If it's easier, just make me a list of needed items for a new tank, the water quality stuff I've got down pat thanks to the FAQ article section. There are heaps of tanks with built in lights and filters (AquaOne and Fluval) available here but would the filters be suitable or should I get a glass tank and buy my own heater/light/sponge filter?

What ratio of shrimp per L/gal should I aim for in a fully planted tank (may get some tetras but will likely be just shrimp)? I am sick atm so forgive me for not browsing the forums and finding the answers for myself!

I intend to source some from a store over an hour away and a second store 2hrs away for genetic diversity. So I currently have 4 red cherries in a 7L (1.8gal) planted tank but I have decided I want to get a bigger tank and give breeding a go as no one in my area breeds them.

Setting up a shrimp tank