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02/22/2009, 01:37 AM
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Peppermint Shrimp turning white
Hi everyone,
I had a good look at my peppermint shrimp tonight, and he is turning very pale. His legs and antenna are still nice and red, but the rest of his body has almost no color. My other shrimp, crabs, and corals are all doing just fine, and I haven't added anything new in 6 weeks. He is also still eating like normal. Is this anything to be concerned about? If so, what should I do? Thanks for the help, Alex |
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02/22/2009, 07:02 PM
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It could simply be that the shrimp is about to molt and as the old exoskeleton begins to lift off of the shrimp it gives the shrimp a translucent appearance.
Chuck
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02/22/2009, 07:47 PM
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Ah, thanks. I will keep my eyes open.
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02/22/2009, 11:54 PM
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Mine seem to do that and then I see the shell laying around later.
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