Unexplained Shrimp Losses: Causes and Prevention

Breeder Select is the ideal solution for reducing aggression during feeding times and providing a more controlled, peaceful environment for shrimp. Whether you're engaged in selective breeding or managing competition shrimp, this feed ensures that shrimp can consume food individually, reducing stress and preventing physical harm. With the added benefit of B. subtilis, a probiotic for gut health, Breeder Select helps support the overall well-being of your shrimp, promoting healthy growth and development.

Breeder Select

After months of testing, we are excited to introduce our new shrimp feed, Breeder Select. This feed was specifically developed to address the challenges often faced by shrimp breeders, especially when it comes to competition for food. By reducing aggression and encouraging peaceful feeding, Breeder Select offers a solution to help shrimp thrive, whether you’re selectively breeding or managing competition shrimp. In addition, it supports shrimp health with probiotics that promote gut health, ensuring a strong and healthy colony.

We’ve been testing this shrimp feed for quite some time, and we are now ready to share the reasons behind developing it.

One of the primary reasons for creating this feed is to serve as a complementary option to Hwa v1, which we currently use. Hwa v1 is known for attracting shrimp quickly, but sometimes this can lead to overcrowding at the feeding site. In such cases, some shrimp may not get access to the food simply because they can’t reach it due to competition from others.

This is where Breeder Select comes in. It significantly reduces aggression by allowing individual shrimp to pick and consume the food at their own pace. Unlike other feeds, Breeder Select minimizes competitive behavior, and once the shrimp begin eating, they tend to stay still, focused on consuming the food. One Italian breeder even mentioned that the shrimp appear almost immobilized once they hold onto the feed, highlighting the feed’s calming effect.

If you are engaged in selective breeding, Breeder Select is ideal for feeding a specific number of shrimp. It lets you target the feed directly to those shrimp, ensuring minimal aggression during feeding. This makes it particularly useful for breeders working with a select group of shrimp, as it allows for a more controlled and peaceful feeding environment.

For competition shrimp, housing them separately for a few months to promote growth, combined with Breeder Select feed, helps to prevent food hoarding and lowers the likelihood of shell damage during feeding competitions. This feed not only promotes healthy growth but also reduces stress and physical harm during feeding times.

In addition to its benefits for feeding behavior, Breeder Select contains B. subtilis, a probiotic that supports gut health. Since shrimp are scavengers, maintaining strong gut health is crucial for their overall well-being and immune system. Breeder Select helps ensure that shrimp have the nutritional foundation they need to thrive.

The composition of the feed is as follows, and if you would like to see a demo of the shrimp food, please visit here:

Benefits of Using Breeder Select Shrimp Feed

At Breeder Select, we prioritize the health and well-being of your shrimp, formulating a high-quality feed designed for both Neocaridina and Caridina species. Our feed offers a range of benefits to ensure optimal growth, health, and vitality for your shrimp colony.

Moderate Protein Level (43%): Provides a balanced diet to support shrimp development and longevity.
Exceptional Probiotic Delivery: Includes Bacillus subtilis, a probiotic that supports gut health and overall immunity.
Enhanced Coloration: Enriched with Astaxanthin, a natural pigment that promotes vibrant shrimp coloration.
Fortified with Essential Vitamins: Includes vitamins A, D3, E, and C, contributing to the shrimp’s overall health and immune function.
Individually Packed for Freshness: Each pack contains 30 grams of feed, ensuring freshness and optimal use.
Composition Analysis:

Crude Protein: 43%
Crude Fat: 7%
Crude Fiber: 3%
Moisture: 10%
Ash: 20%
Phosphorus: 1.7%
Vitamin A: 17,000 IU/kg
Vitamin E: 280 IU/kg
Vitamin D3: 2,500 IU/kg
Ascorbic Acid: 310 mg/kg
Probiotics – Bacillus subtilis: 1.0 x 10^9 CFU/kg
Ingredients: Wheat germ meal, soybean meal, corn gluten meal, dried seaweed meal (kelp), DL-Methionine (amino acids), brewers dried yeast, rice bran, garlic, Bacillus subtilis, and essential vitamins A, D, E.

Feeding Directions:

Feed once every two days based on the number of shrimp in the tank. For example, if there are 30 shrimp, begin by feeding a smaller amount and gradually adjust.
If you notice leftover feed in the tank, reduce the quantity in future feedings.
This feed can be used in conjunction with Hwa v1 to enhance shrimp nutrition.
Breeder Select is an ideal choice for shrimp breeders seeking a high-quality, nutritious feed that supports both shrimp health and growth, while encouraging vibrant coloration and reducing stress.

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