Often overlooked as a hobby, the keeping of freshwater shrimp can provide the aquarist with a glimpse into an otherwise unexplored world of freshwater crustaceans. Popular types of freshwater shrimp to consider include colorful varieties of dwarf shrimp from the genus Caridina and Neocaridina.

"Bringing nature to your own backyard" entails learning how nature works and bringing nature's methods of balancing a wetland ecosystem into your backyard to keep a healthy balance between all pond inhabitants and their environment.

Tank mate compatibility is crucial to a successful and healthy home aquarium