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WE ARE MOVING TO NEW LOCATION IN BREA,CA! (501 Mercury Ln.)

WE'RE MOVING TO OUR NEW SPACE IN BREA! 🎉

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Our new space will allow us to offer an even bigger selection of fish, shrimp, snails, plants, and aquarium supplies.

📍 Last Day at Our La Habra Store: Thursday, July 16. 2026!

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Water Parameters

Keep it Steady, Stay Safe!

Ensuring a happy home for your fish, shrimp, and crayfish starts with getting the water just right. Let's dive into the key parameters that keep them healthy and thriving.

NEOCARIDINA

  1. TDS (Total Dissolved Solids):

    • Ideal Range: 150 to 300 ppm (parts per million)

    • Neocaridina shrimp generally do well in water with moderate TDS levels. It's essential to strike a balance, avoiding extremes in either high or low TDS.

  2. Temperature:

    • Ideal Range: 68°F to 78°F (20°C to 26°C)

    • Stable and consistent temperature is crucial to prevent stress and promote overall health.

  3. pH Level:

    • Ideal Range: 6.5 to 7.5

    • Neocaridina shrimp prefer slightly acidic to neutral pH levels.

  4. GH (General Hardness):

    • Ideal Range: 6 to 10 dGH (degrees of General Hardness)

    • Shrimp require a moderate level of hardness for proper molting and shell development.

  5. KH (Carbonate Hardness):

    • Ideal Range: 3 to 8 dKH (degrees of Carbonate Hardness)

    • Carbonate hardness helps stabilize pH levels and provides essential minerals.

  6. Ammonia and Nitrite:

    • Should be at or near zero. Neocaridina shrimp are sensitive to ammonia and nitrite, which can be harmful to their health.

  7. Nitrate:

    • Keep nitrate levels low, ideally below 20 ppm. Regular water changes help control nitrate accumulation.

  8. Copper:

    • Ensure that there is no detectable copper in the aquarium water. Copper is toxic to shrimp.

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FRESHWATER FISHES

  1. Temperature:

    • Ideal Range: 72°F to 78°F (22°C to 26°C)

    • Consistent and stable temperatures within this range support the metabolic needs of nano fish.

  2. pH Level:

    • Ideal Range: 6.5 to 7.5

    • Slightly acidic to neutral pH promotes overall well-being for most nano fish species.

  3. GH (General Hardness):

    • Ideal Range: 6 to 10 dGH (degrees of General Hardness)

    • A moderate general hardness level supports proper physiological functions.

  4. KH (Carbonate Hardness):

    • Ideal Range: 3 to 8 dKH (degrees of Carbonate Hardness)

    • Maintaining a stable carbonate hardness helps buffer pH changes.

  5. Ammonia and Nitrite:

    • Should be at or near zero to prevent stress and health issues in nano fish.

  6. Nitrate:

    • Ideal Range: Below 20 ppm

    • Regular water changes help control nitrate levels and maintain water quality.

  7. Copper:

    • Ensure that there is no detectable copper in the aquarium water, as it can be harmful to fish.

CARIDINA

  1. TDS (Total Dissolved Solids):

    • Ideal Range: 120 to 180 ppm (parts per million)

    • Caridina shrimp, such as Crystal Red Shrimp, prefer slightly lower TDS levels compared to Neocaridina shrimp. Maintaining a stable TDS is crucial for their well-being.

  2. Temperature:

    • Ideal Range: 72°F to 78°F (22°C to 26°C)

    • Stable and consistent temperature is crucial for Caridina shrimp to prevent stress and promote overall health.

  3. pH Level:

    • Ideal Range: 6.0 to 7.0

    • Caridina shrimp thrive in slightly acidic to neutral pH levels.

  4. GH (General Hardness):

    • Ideal Range: 4 to 6 dGH (degrees of General Hardness)

    • Caridina shrimp prefer lower general hardness levels compared to Neocaridina shrimp.

  5. KH (Carbonate Hardness):

    • Ideal Range: 0 to 2 dKH (degrees of Carbonate Hardness)

    • Caridina shrimp are sensitive to high carbonate hardness, and a low KH helps maintain stable and slightly acidic conditions.

  6. Ammonia and Nitrite:

    • Should be at or near zero. Caridina shrimp are sensitive to ammonia and nitrite, which can be harmful to their health.

  7. Nitrate:

    • Ideal Range: Below 10 ppm

    • Keeping nitrate levels low is essential for the health of Caridina shrimp. Regular water changes help control nitrate accumulation.

  8. Copper:

    • Ensure that there is no detectable copper in the aquarium water. Copper is toxic to shrimp.

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CRAYFISH

  1. TDS (Total Dissolved Solids):

    • Ideal Range: 120 to 140 ppm

    • Maintaining stable TDS levels within this range is beneficial for the health and well-being of crayfish.

  2. Temperature:

    • Ideal Range: 65°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C)

    • Crayfish generally prefer slightly cooler temperatures compared to tropical fish.

  3. pH Level:

    • Ideal Range: 7.0 to 8.0

    • Maintaining a neutral to slightly alkaline pH is suitable for most crayfish species.

  4. GH (General Hardness):

    • Ideal Range: 6 to 12 dGH (degrees of General Hardness)

    • Crayfish can tolerate a moderate range of general hardness levels.

  5. KH (Carbonate Hardness):

    • Ideal Range: 3 to 10 dKH (degrees of Carbonate Hardness)

    • A stable carbonate hardness helps maintain proper pH levels for crayfish.

  6. Ammonia and Nitrite:

    • Should be at or near zero to ensure the health and well-being of crayfish.

  7. Nitrate:

    • Ideal Range: Below 20 ppm

    • Regular water changes are beneficial for controlling nitrate levels.

  8. Copper:

    • Ensure that there is no detectable copper in the aquarium water, as it can be harmful to crayfish.

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