ShrimplyTheBest

ShrimplyTheBest

@shrimply-the-best-shrimp

I make fish keeping and fish breeding simple. ๐ŸŸ My goal is to democratize the hobby by showing that anyone can build healthy aquariums and succeed with breeding projects once they understand the basics. With over 30 years of experience in the hobby and countless mistakes made along the way, I share what I learned so you donโ€™t have to go through the same frustrations. Through clear explanations, step-by-step guides, and real setups, I break everything down in a way that is easy to follow and easy to apply. Whether you are setting up your first tank, exploring natural aquariums, or breeding shrimp, Corydoras, plecos, or other freshwater species, this channel is here to help you avoid confusion and feel confident! Welcome to the channel. Letโ€™s grow healthy tanks, thriving fish, and successful breeding projects together. fishkeeping fishkeepingforbeginners aquariumsetup beginnerfishkeeping fishtanksetup beginneraquariumtips fishbreeding corydorasbreeding plecobreeding fishtankbeginner

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Reviewing my followers fish tanks!๐ŸŸ PART 19โœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fis...
TikTokNov 13, 2026
Fish keeping is not a fairy tale โŒ Letโ€™s bring you back to reality!๐ŸŸ ...
TikTokNov 12, 2026
Is this Betta broken or something?๐Ÿค”๐ŸŸ #fishtank #aquarium #betta #bett...
TikTokNov 8, 2026
Is this Betta broken or something?๐Ÿค”๐ŸŸ#fishtank #aquarium #fishkeeping #bettafiโ€ฆ
YouTubeNov 8, 2026
My fish tank lid is disgusting how should I clean it up?๐Ÿค” #fishtank #...
TikTokNov 7, 2026
How to clean a fish tank lid?๐ŸŸ #fishtank #aquarium #fishkeepingtips #fishkeepeโ€ฆ
YouTubeNov 7, 2026
Iโ€™m tired of being a dumb fish keeperโ€ฆ๐Ÿ˜ญ๐ŸŸ #fishtank #aquarium #fishkee...
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Iโ€™m tired of being a dumb fish keeper๐ŸŸโŒ #fishtank #aquarium #fishkeeper #fishkโ€ฆ
YouTubeNov 6, 2026
If you own a fish tank, here are 3 ways to use terracotta pots for yo...
TikTokNov 5, 2026
3 ways to use terracotta pots for your fish tanks!๐ŸŸ #fishtank #aquarium #fishtโ€ฆ
YouTubeNov 5, 2026
I removed my angel fish couple from their babies!๐ŸŸ #fishtank #aquariu...
TikTokNov 1, 2026
I removed my angel fish couple from their babies!๐ŸŸ #fishtank #aquarium #angelfโ€ฆ
YouTubeNov 1, 2026
Do you want to become a better fish keeper?๐ŸŸโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fi...
TikTokOct 31, 2026
Do you want to become a better fish keeper?๐ŸŸโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fishkeeper โ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 31, 2026
Reviewing my students fish tanks!๐ŸŸโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fishkeepingt...
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Reviewing my students fish tanks! ๐ŸŸโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fishtankreview #fishโ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 30, 2026
Top 3 fish beefs Iโ€™ve ever recorded!๐ŸŸ๐ŸฅŠ! You wonโ€™t believe the last on...
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Top 3 fish beefs Iโ€™ve ever recorded!๐ŸŸ๐ŸฅŠ #fishtank #aquarium #fishkeepinghobby โ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 29, 2026
Reviewing my students fish tanks!๐ŸŸโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fishtankrevi...
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Reviewing my studentโ€™s fish tanks!๐ŸŸโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fishkeepingtips #fisโ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 25, 2026
Oh no! My Angel fish babies are swimming with their parents!๐ŸŸโŒ #fisht...
TikTokOct 24, 2026
My Angel fish babies are swimming with their parentsโŒ #fishtank #aquarium #angeโ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 24, 2026
DUMB fish keeper โŒ vs SMART fish keeperโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fishkee...
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DUMB fish keeper โŒvs SMART fish keeperโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #fishkeepingtips #fโ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 23, 2026
3 mistakes to avoid as a beginner fish breeder!๐ŸŸโŒ #fishtank #aquarium...
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3 mistakes to avoid as a beginner fish breeder๐ŸŸโŒ #fishtank #fishbreeder #fishbโ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 22, 2026
3 mistakes to avoid when breeding guppies!๐ŸŸโŒ #fishtank #aquarium #gup...
TikTokOct 17, 2026
3 mistakes to avoid when breeding guppy!๐ŸŸโœ… #fishtank #aquarium #guppybreedingtโ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 17, 2026
Reviewing my followers fish tanks! PART 18๐ŸŸโœ… Another big accouncement...
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Reviewing my followers fish tanks! PART 18โœ…๐ŸŸ #fishtank #aquarium #fishtankreviโ€ฆ
YouTubeOct 16, 2026
If you own a fish tank! Stop making these 3 beginner mistakes!๐ŸŸโŒ #fis...
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If you own a fish tank! Stop making these 3 beginner mistakes!๐ŸŸโŒ #fishtank #aqโ€ฆ
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3 reasons why fish stores hate ShrimplyTheBest!โŒ๐ŸŸ #fishtank #aquarium...
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Beyond the Water Change: Leveling Up Your Fishkeeping Game
Techniques
Beyond the Water Change: Leveling Up Your Fishkeeping Game

We've all been there: that dreaded water change day. But what if there was a better way? This post dives into simple steps to elevate your fishkeeping, and explores how aquaponics can liberate you from the endless cycle of tank maintenance.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 019 days ago
The Zebra Pleco Paradox: Breeding Rarity and the Aquaponics Escape
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The Zebra Pleco Paradox: Breeding Rarity and the Aquaponics Escape

Ever felt the soul-crushing weight of endless water changes? This Zebra Pleco keeper did, too. Turns out, a little aquaponics can solve a lot of fishkeeping headaches.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 020 days ago
Beyond the Fork: Upgrading Pleco Feeding and Reclaiming Your Water Change Peace
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Beyond the Fork: Upgrading Pleco Feeding and Reclaiming Your Water Change Peace

We've all been there: the endless water changes, the constant battle against algae fueled by uneaten food. This simple gadget offers a practical upgrade to pleco feeding, and a chance to seriously reconsider how we manage our tanks.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 021 days ago
Letting Nature Take the Wheel: Angelfish Fry, Parental Stress, and the Aquaponics Escape Route
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Letting Nature Take the Wheel: Angelfish Fry, Parental Stress, and the Aquaponics Escape Route

Weโ€™ve all been there: staring into a tank, knowing a massive water change is looming. This video explores a fascinating experiment with angelfish fry and parental care, and it reminds us why aquaponics offers a truly sustainable solution.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 022 days ago
Shrimp as Supper: Angel Dynamics and the Aquaponics Escape Route
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Shrimp as Supper: Angel Dynamics and the Aquaponics Escape Route

We've all stared into a fish tank, dreading the next water change. This video shows a simple interaction, but it sparks a bigger thought: what if our tanks weren't so demanding? Let's explore.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 023 days ago
The Kid's Got Your Back (and Your Fishkeeping Chores)
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The Kid's Got Your Back (and Your Fishkeeping Chores)

We've all been there: staring down a water change, wishing for an extra pair of hands. This video highlights a surprisingly practical, if cheeky, solution โ€“ and it got us thinking about how we can leverage the next generation in our Rogue Aquarist endeavors.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 024 days ago
The Monthly Food Run: A Rogue Aquarist's Perspective
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The Monthly Food Run: A Rogue Aquarist's Perspective

We've all been there: staring down the barrel of another water change, dreading the haul. But what if feeding your fish *could* be part of a bigger, more sustainable system? Let's dive into a fellow aquarist's food haul and talk about how aquaponics can free you from the water change grind.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 025 days ago
Beyond the Siphon: Finding Joy (and a Cure) in Aquaponics
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Beyond the Siphon: Finding Joy (and a Cure) in Aquaponics

We all know *that* water change feeling โ€“ the satisfying pull of sludge, followed by the dread of the next one. But what if there was a way to recapture that initial joy, and ditch the endless water changes altogether? Let's talk aquaponics.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 026 days ago
DIY Calcium Blocks: Keeping Your Invertebrates Thriving (and Avoiding Those Water Change Blues)
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DIY Calcium Blocks: Keeping Your Invertebrates Thriving (and Avoiding Those Water Change Blues)

We've all been there: staring down another water change, wondering if there's a better way. This simple DIY calcium block recipe for shrimp and snails might just be that solution, boosting their health and reducing your maintenance.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 027 days ago
From Daily Water Changes to Flourishing Fry: An Aquaponics Cure for the Tank Owner's Blues
Techniques
From Daily Water Changes to Flourishing Fry: An Aquaponics Cure for the Tank Owner's Blues

We've all been there: the relentless water change schedule. But what if there was a better way? This video highlights a simple angelfish breeding setup, and it's a perfect springboard to discuss how aquaponics can liberate you from the tyranny of the gravel vac.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
4 min
0 0 027 days ago
Beyond the Fish Store Finds: Why We're Trading Water Changes for Aquaponics
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Beyond the Fish Store Finds: Why We're Trading Water Changes for Aquaponics

Ever felt that soul-crushing dread of another water change? We've all been there. This video highlights some cool finds, but it's a reminder of why we're pushing for a better way โ€“ aquaponics.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 027 days ago
Beyond the Water Change: Guppy Breeding and the TDS Meter Revelation
Techniques
Beyond the Water Change: Guppy Breeding and the TDS Meter Revelation

We've all been there: staring down another water change, wondering if there's a better way. This video highlights a surprisingly simple, yet crucial, factor in guppy breeding โ€“ TDS โ€“ and points us towards a path beyond the endless water changes.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 027 days ago
Shell Shock? Avoiding Mystery Snail Breeding Pitfalls
Techniques
Shell Shock? Avoiding Mystery Snail Breeding Pitfalls

You know that feeling โ€“ the water change dread. But what if you could sidestep that endless cycle of water changes while also raising healthy, thriving snails? This video unpacks common mystery snail breeding mistakes and points toward the aquaponics solution.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 027 days ago
Beyond the Plastic Jungle: Reclaiming Your Tank with Real Growth (and a Little Bit of Chaos)
Techniques
Beyond the Plastic Jungle: Reclaiming Your Tank with Real Growth (and a Little Bit of Chaos)

We've all been there: staring at a tank full of plastic plants, silently cursing the day we thought they were a good idea. This video offers someโ€ฆ *creative* solutions, but letโ€™s talk about a real fix โ€“ moving beyond the artificial and embracing the vibrant life of aquaponics.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 027 days ago
Beyond the Drip: Why TDS Matters (and How Aquaponics Can Help)
Techniques
Beyond the Drip: Why TDS Matters (and How Aquaponics Can Help)

We've all been there: the water change dread. But what if there was a better way? This post dives into why TDS acclimation isn't optional, and how aquaponics offers a genuine escape from the constant water chemistry juggling.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
3 min
0 0 027 days ago
The Water Change Myth: Aquaponics as the Real Solution
Techniques
The Water Change Myth: Aquaponics as the Real Solution

We've all been there: the endless cycle of water changes, the wasted water, the nagging feeling it's a necessary evil. But what if it wasnโ€™t? This post dives into why even a 'cycled' tank needs intervention, and how aquaponics can break free.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
4 min
0 0 028 days ago
Vacation Prep for the Dedicated Keeper: Advanced Tank Stewardship
Troubleshooting
Vacation Prep for the Dedicated Keeper: Advanced Tank Stewardship

Don't let vacation anxiety lead to common fishkeeping mistakes. We dive into advanced care protocols for stability, nutrient management, and system integrity.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
Tired of the Water Change Grind? Optimizing Pleco Growth Without the Daily Flush
Techniques
Tired of the Water Change Grind? Optimizing Pleco Growth Without the Daily Flush

We all know the ritual: the endless water changes. Let's dive into optimizing pleco growth while discussing sustainable filtration methods that let you ditch the bucket.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
Beyond the Gravel Vacuum: Why Your Bio-Load Needs a System, Not a Schedule
Troubleshooting
Beyond the Gravel Vacuum: Why Your Bio-Load Needs a System, Not a Schedule

If you know the smell of a full water change, you know the struggle. We dive into the mysteries of bio-load management, using snail husbandry to pivot toward the efficiency of aquaponics.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
Beyond the Water Change: Mastering Tank Health Through Bio-Stewardship
Science
Beyond the Water Change: Mastering Tank Health Through Bio-Stewardship

While foundational fishkeeping knowledge covers cycling and acclimation, true sustainability lies in understanding the biological loopโ€”the aquaponics revolution.

ShrimplyTheBest
ShrimplyTheBest
Rogue Aquarists
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
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