Fire Shrimp Molting

Discussion in 'Inverts' started by telstar, Aug 31, 2008.

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  1. telstar

    telstar Fire Worm

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    It seems that my fire shrimp molts every 2 to 3 weeks. Is this normal? I am not adding anything extra to the tank. I have had the fire shrimp about two months now and it has molted four times already.
     
    telstar, Aug 31, 2008
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  2. sssnake

    sssnake Montipora Digitata

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    I would say it's a good thing. When they don't molt is when you should worry.
     
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