Bloodworms are a popular live food used to feed fish and invertebrates in home aquariums. Their writhing red forms are difficult for tank inhabitants to resist! But can these nutritious wigglers also make a tasty treat for your shrimp? In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about feeding bloodworms to shrimp, including: … Read more
Ah yes…the Royal Red Shrimp. These tasty large cold water shrimp are caught in the wild off the coast of Argentina. The name pretty much says it all, so don’t miss them! It tastes rich and slightly sweet, which makes this species of shrimp stand out. If it’s not already your favorite, it will be … Read more
Shrimp are often frozen right on the boat after being caught. This is the best way to get them to you fresh and tasty. You only need to let them thaw for a few minutes before you can start cooking them in your favorite shrimp recipes. But keep in mind that you can cook shrimp … Read more
Shrimps are invertebrates, and like most invertebrates, they have a skeleton on the outside in order to protect themselves. Molting is the process by which a shrimp sheds its thin shell and starts to grow a new, bigger one to live in. Adult shrimp will molt every three to four weeks if they are healthy. … Read more
This recipe for firecracker shrimp makes the best shrimp, with the right amount of heat, sweetness, and great flavor. It’s ready in minutes! Firecracker shrimp is a popular appetizer or main dish featuring succulent shrimp in a sweet and spicy sauce. The name comes from the “pop” of spice that hits your tongue when you … Read more
You might want to put together a small aquarium with cherry shrimp and Betta fish, which are also known as Siamese fighting fish. Both of these species do well in small aquariums. Both are tiny and make a perfect choice for planted, lightly filtered nano tanks. But can they live together?. Keep reading for everything … Read more
With its succulent texture and delicate flavor, shrimp emerges as the crown jewel of barbecues and gatherings. However, shrimp are delicate and cook quickly, it’s very easy becoming tough or overcooked. Temperature is the only thing that can make the difference between shrimp that is juicy and tender and shrimp that is tough and rubbery. … Read more
This recipe for shrimp ceviche is full of healthy foods, like tomato, shrimp, and avocado. It’s also made brighter with a citrus blast. Enjoy it as quick and easy appetizer. Shrimp ceviche is something I’ve previously thought of as a restaurant-only situation. Or, maybe something I’d save for a special occasion. Not with this ceviche … Read more
The Gulf of Mexico is one of the richest sources of shrimp in the United States. Its warm waters and sandy bottoms create the ideal habitat for several shrimp species to thrive. But when exactly is the best time to catch delicious, fresh shrimp from the Gulf? Here’s an overview of Gulf shrimp seasons to … Read more
Cream of shrimp soup is a pantry staple that many of us like to keep on hand for quick and easy meals. But when you’ve had a can sitting in your pantry for a while, you may begin to wonder – how long does unopened cream of shrimp soup actually last? I was curious about … Read more