Breeding Shrimp for Feeders, Help Please

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NormDawg

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Apr 17, 2011
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I'm looking at setting up a breeding tank for some sort of feeders. I will be feeding Mbuna Cichlids.

From what I've been reading it sounds like shrimp would be the best option. What type of shrimp would be the best?

I heard some people talk about the cherry shrimp being easier than others to raise?

I'm wondering what kind of nutritional value they have? Are they a worthy food or more of a treat? What size tank should I look to use as my breeding tank? I have a 10g tank in the basement, would this work? I would like to be able to feed 15-20 mbuna cichlids.

I had the idea of doing a planted breeding tank for the shrimp as well. I was going to put it in our bedroom so I wanted it to look decent too.

Help is greatly appreciated.
 
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