Blog

Sulawesi shrimps have always been a heartbreaker for many hobbyists. They are notoriously delicate, and sometimes, despite doing everything seemingly right, they can suddenly die for no apparent reason. Just last month, I had the opportunity...

There is something truly special about wild fish from the Amazon. The rivers and tributaries of South America are home to some of the most incredible freshwater fish in the world. From beautifully patterned Corydoras...

I don’t update this blog often, but this time I’ve got something worth sharing. During my recent trip to Taiwan last month, I had the chance to reconnect with several old-school breeders who are making...

Colored eye shrimps are truly fascinating, bringing a new layer of excitement to the shrimp keeping world. Their unusual eye colorations add striking visual appeal and make them stand out from standard varieties. Within the...

The Singapore Shrimp Competition 2025 has come to an end. I’m very grateful to the co-organisers who helped make the event a success. Special thanks to Shrimphub and East Ocean Aquatics — without them, this...

Shrimp keeping has been revolutionized by advancements in science. About 18 years ago, when I first embarked on this hobby, the process was much more challenging. We used to cycle our tanks with soil and...

Last week, we embarked on an exciting journey to Kuching City, a vibrant part of Sarawak in Borneo. Borneo, one of the largest islands in the world, sits in Southeast Asia and is uniquely shared...

Hello everyone! It's been a while, and today I'd like to share some useful shrimp abbreviations that can help everyone understand shrimp keeping better. The shrimp hobby has evolved so quickly, with a rich array...

Red fancy tigers have been in the market for at least ten years now. Initially, they were unattractive, which motivated breeders to refine them into the beautiful specimens we see today. It was a long...