Shrimp Net

Gentle Handling of Shrimp

The soft, fine mesh helps reduce the risk of damaging delicate legs and antennae when catching shrimp. Gentle handling is especially important for young shrimp and freshly molted individuals.

Easier to Catch Shrimp in Tight Spaces

The small, rounded design makes it easier to maneuver between:

• Moss stands and moss-covered driftwood
• Shrimp caves and ceramic shelters
• Aquatic plants and roots
• Rocks and other aquascaping decorations

This is particularly useful in densely planted Caridina tanks.

Ideal for Catching Baby Shrimp

A small net offers better control when collecting juvenile shrimp. Choose fine mesh with openings small enough to prevent shrimplets from escaping.

Tip: For very tiny shrimplets, a small shrimp-safe collection container or a pipette may be safer than chasing them with a net.

Less Disturbance to the Aquascape

Compared with a large fish net, a small round net can be easier to guide around delicate plants, mosses, and decorations. This helps reduce accidental damage to your aquascape.

Useful for Selective Breeding

For Caridina breeders, small nets can help collect individual shrimp for:

• Separating different colour lines
• Selecting high-grade specimens
• Moving shrimp into breeding or quarantine tanks
• Removing unwanted hitchhikers or debris when appropriate

Always check the shrimp's identity and condition before moving it between tanks.

Convenient for Small Aquariums

Small round nets are especially practical for nano aquariums and breeding tanks because they take up less space and are easier to store.

Fine Mesh Helps Protect Delicate Shrimp

A quality net with smooth edges and soft, aquarium-safe mesh can reduce the chance of snagging a shrimp's antennae or legs.

• Soft, fine mesh
• Smooth, rounded edges
• A handle suitable for your tank depth
• No exposed sharp wire or rough seams

Easy to Clean Between Tanks

A dedicated shrimp net can help reduce cross-contamination between aquariums. Rinse it with clean water and allow it to dry between uses. Avoid soaps, detergents, and chemical cleaners that may leave harmful residues.