‘- The leaves condition the water and boost shrimp’s health while providing them with an alternative food source.
– The shrimp either directly eat the leaves or graze on the bio-film that will accumulate on the leave.
– Vegetable or Leaf based diets provide more carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins.
– Alder leaves are a great ‘week-end’ food as it should last3-5 days depending on the amount of shrimp you have.
– After rinsing add to tank as is or soak in hot water for 5-10min before adding to your tank.
NOTE: Dried Alder leaves are very fragile and must be handled with care.
Preparation: Rinse them well. Cover with boiling water and leave till waterlogged. You can even leave it longer, before adding to your tank, as to promote biofilm growth which the shrimp will graze on. It will also soften the leaf.
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