Shrimp getting into filter..

[Fishfur]

I get that, I really do. I have always been a bit surprised that they survive in the bottom of the filter, but they do, for heaven knows how long, given I have no idea when they got there to begin with.

 

[cherokeeluvr]

I know! I couldn't find them anywhere! Then saw one in the pump section also where I keep my heater, went to get a flash light and it was gone... Took out filter and saw it in the bottom! So hard to get them out too!


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[Fishfur]

I discovered the easiest way to remove them was to slowly pour the water out of the filter. Trying to net them was pointless. Pouring works fairly well and if one gets stuck on the plastic walls, just add a bit more tank water and pour again. Gently does it. I usually clean the filter then too, since I have it in hand.

 

[cherokeeluvr]

Ok thanks! They should be able to get back there now though..but if they get in the top I just lift the filter even with the plastic and push them into the water or scare them to the grate and the go through..


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[cherokeeluvr]

my mystery snail likes to cause issues.. easy to clear that one just have to pull it forward I can just grab off big stuff and when I clean my filter clean it too! And it's keeping out the shrimp!! since you have this tank how often do you replace the media?


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[Tbox]

You can also siphon the shrimp out of your filter.
Dont knock yourself out, a few shrimp will continue to find a way into the filter despite your efforts.

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[cherokeeluvr]

Wouldn't siphoning then hurt them? Idk if they would fit through the tube.. And I'm sure once they start breeding some small ones will get through.. But oh well it should keep most out! my snail is brainless.. Doesn't it know it's supposed to be in the water?!


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