Reef News Network and ReefWeeds present: The Super Mega Awesome Shrimp Bowl Build.

[TheFishLady]

Well, I'm super bummed. Most of my shrimp died overnight. I have no idea what happened, they were fine when I fell asleep, and now I have 2 out of 10 left. My water parameters yesterday were 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and 15 nitrate. The only significant thing I did differently last night was I cracked the window to let in some cool night air. It was in the upper 50's last night, and petshrimp.com says that is within a safe temp range (though I doubt the tank actually cooled that much). Thoughts? I really want to figure out what happened before ordering more.

 

[JP Wagner]

Well, I'm super bummed. Most of my shrimp died overnight. I have no idea what happened, they were fine when I fell asleep, and now I have 2 out of 10 left. My water parameters yesterday were 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and 15 nitrate. The only significant thing I did differently last night was I cracked the window to let in some cool night air. It was in the upper 50's last night, and petshrimp.com says that is within a safe temp range (though I doubt the tank actually cooled that much). Thoughts? I really want to figure out what happened before ordering more.

Mine tank is by a closed window and my in tank temp was 68. It can dip fast bc it’s such a small body of water.

 

[TheFishLady]

Mine tank is by a closed window and my in tank temp was 68. It can dip fast bc it’s such a small body of water.

Yeah, I was worried about that. My tank is about 5 feet from the window and the low for last night was 58 degrees. We normally keep the house at 68-70. It shouldn't have dropped out of their safe range, but the change might have been too drastic for them

 

[Adele]

Well, I'm super bummed. Most of my shrimp died overnight. I have no idea what happened, they were fine when I fell asleep, and now I have 2 out of 10 left. My water parameters yesterday were 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and 15 nitrate. The only significant thing I did differently last night was I cracked the window to let in some cool night air. It was in the upper 50's last night, and petshrimp.com says that is within a safe temp range (though I doubt the tank actually cooled that much). Thoughts? I really want to figure out what happened before ordering more.

Super Bummer. Sorry to hear that. My shrimp are slowing down. Not nearly as zippy as they first were, so I hope they are okay. We have had a big temp drop in the last 24 hours but its been fairly consistent inside so I don't think that is it. Its been incredibly cloudy though and they have not been getting a ton of light so that could be it too.

 

[Good_vibes_reefing]

My week 4&5 update. I was wrong when I thought the cycle was close to done. Good thing I tested again before I ordered shrimp. Haven’t had much of a change unfortunately for these two weeks. Not sure if I should blame the driftwood or 3” sandbed [emoji848][emoji19] definitely thinking of pulling the driftwood

 

[Good_vibes_reefing]

Week 6! Not sure if I need to post a fts every week or not but if I don't here's an awesome shot I got of one of the shrimp

I don’t think an FTS is required just a post and update. Obviously if it’s insta it has to be some sort of picture.

 

[Good_vibes_reefing]

Well, I'm super bummed. Most of my shrimp died overnight. I have no idea what happened, they were fine when I fell asleep, and now I have 2 out of 10 left. My water parameters yesterday were 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and 15 nitrate. The only significant thing I did differently last night was I cracked the window to let in some cool night air. It was in the upper 50's last night, and petshrimp.com says that is within a safe temp range (though I doubt the tank actually cooled that much). Thoughts? I really want to figure out what happened before ordering more.

That sucks! Small volumes can cool down much quicker that we think so it’s possible but that’s been said. Was your nitrates always at 15 or 0 and rose to 15?

 

[TheFishLady]

That sucks! Small volumes can cool down much quicker that we think so it’s possible but that’s been said. Was your nitrates always at 15 or 0 and rose to 15?

Yeah, it was a stupid mistake, and hopefully others can learn from it too. I'm not used to having tanks without heaters!
I didn't test for nitrates in the very early stages of my cycle, then the were present as my cycle completed, and have just hovered around 10-15 ppm using a Salifert kit.

 

[Collinslice]

So my shrimp decided to clean their truck today. Before and after

 

[BahamaLlamaCoral]

Week 2 update! 3D printed RNN logo is done! Couple more scape additions and we’re close. I’m not pandering at all

 

[BahamaLlamaCoral]

 

[I MARRERO]

It’s raining but my shrimp are hot with that lava flowing.

Tank is looking nice and healthy JP. The mangrove is looking really nice too.

 

[David Wagner]

Tank is looking nice and healthy JP. The mangrove is looking really nice too.

Shrimp looking strong and healthy[emoji844] A beautiful vibrant RED[emoji844] killing it brother[emoji91]

 

[TessGlo]

Week one of cycle over, these Moai are getting super ready for some shrimp!

 

[TessGlo]

Shrimps are doing great! I put my lamp on a timer during the day since this side of the house doesn't get a lot of natural sunlight. I love watching them zoom around

I just love how this build looks like a totally normal lamp from a distance until you get up close and see it has life, very cool!

 

[David Wagner]

Taking a closer look at the molten lava flowing as I watch the magma bubbles rise to the surface. @ReefNewsNetwork #rnnshrimpcontest

 

[JP Wagner]

Taking a closer look at the molten lava flowing as I watch the magma bubbles rise to the surface. @ReefNewsNetwork #rnnshrimpcontest

Tank is looking good Dave. Love the diver exploring ur tank.

 

[I MARRERO]

Tank is looking good Dave. Love the diver exploring ur tank.

I so look forward to seeing your posts. Great story line....shrimp life! Shrimp looking real active...

 

[David Wagner]

I so look forward to seeing your posts. Great story line....shrimp life! Shrimp looking real active...

Thank you I Marrero[emoji844][emoji92][emoji4][emoji92]

 

[David Wagner]

Tank is looking good Dave. Love the diver exploring ur tank.

Thanks JP[emoji844]