24–48 hrs Time from symptom to death in fast-moving infections

Test water Check ammonia and nitrite when shrimp show signs of distress^[1]

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Why Shrimp Are Vulnerable

Bacteria are a natural and necessary part of any aquarium ecosystem. Beneficial nitrifying bacteria in your biofilter convert toxic ammonia to nitrite and then to nitrate — the foundation of a healthy tank. The danger lies with opportunistic pathogenic bacteria that are always present in small numbers and are held in check by healthy shrimp and stable water conditions.

Shrimp are invertebrates with relatively simple immune systems. Unlike vertebrates, they lack adaptive immunity — they cannot produce antibodies or mount a targeted immune response to a specific pathogen. Their defense is largely cellular and nonspecific, meaning when environmental stressors weaken it, all pathogens gain an equal advantage at once.

This is why most bacterial infections in shrimp tanks are secondary: the bacteria was likely already present, but a triggering event — a water parameter spike, a failed molt, a new introduction, or chronic overfeeding — created the conditions for it to overwhelm the colony. Treating only the bacteria without addressing the root stressor almost always leads to recurrence.^[2]

Dwarf shrimp showing signs of chitinolytic bacterial (rust) disease

A shrimp showing characteristic signs of chitinolytic bacterial disease — also called rust or shell disease. Note the discoloration and lesion-like markings on the carapace that result from chitinase enzyme activity breaking down the outer shell. Image: AquariumBreeder.com

⚠️ Not all sudden losses are bacterial. Copper contamination (from medications, piping, or some tap water sources), pesticide residue on new plants, ammonia spikes in an uncycled tank, and drastic pH swings can all produce rapid, identical-looking die-offs. Always test water first — ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH, and temperature — before assuming an infection.

Warning Signs & Symptoms

These changes warrant investigation, but they do not identify a pathogen or reliably mark a disease stage. Observe changes from normal behavior, record losses, test water quality and seek diagnostic help when symptoms persist or worsen.

Behavior and Appearance Changes

Lethargy and isolation — Shrimp become less active than usual, stop grazing the substrate and hardscape, and tend to sit alone rather than congregating with the group. This is one of the most overlooked early signs because it can seem like normal resting behavior.

Washed-out coloration — Coloration becomes pale, translucent, or visibly faded compared to other shrimp of the same morph. There is no validated color-saturation cutoff supplied here for diagnosing infection. Compare changes over time under similar lighting and consider activity, appetite and water quality as well.

Refusing food — Healthy shrimp almost always react to food being added to the tank. A shrimp that shows no response to a food it normally enjoys — or that approaches and then moves away — is worth watching closely.

Changes to Investigate

Erratic or surface-seeking swimming — Darting randomly, swimming in circles, or repeatedly moving to the water surface may indicate neurological irritation from toxin buildup or oxygen-seeking behavior. This is a significant escalation from lethargy.

Clamped or tucked posture — Shrimp that curl tightly, hold their legs in, or hunch are physically stressed. This posture is also seen during a difficult molt, which can itself be a gateway to bacterial infection through exposed soft tissue.

White stringy feces — White or stringy waste alone does not diagnose a bacterial infection. The cited study examined digestive bacteria and their enzyme activity in Pacific white shrimp, not a fecal-color diagnostic test for aquarium dwarf shrimp.^[3]

Urgent Warning Signs

Reddish or pinkish discoloration — New red or pink patches, especially with lethargy or deaths, warrant prompt investigation. Color alone cannot distinguish infection from other causes.

Milky or opaque body tissue — New white or opaque tissue is concerning, but appearance alone does not establish a bacterial cause or predict recovery. Some documented shrimp diseases causing muscle opacity are viral.^[10]

Gill discoloration or swelling — Gill changes or apparent breathing difficulty warrant prompt water-quality and oxygen checks and diagnostic advice. They do not confirm bacterial disease or a secondary infection.

Multiple deaths in a short window — Several deaths over a short period require prompt investigation of water quality, oxygenation, contaminants and infectious causes. The number of deaths alone does not prove a pathogen is responsible.

Dwarf shrimp with pale or opaque muscle tissue

A shrimp with pale or opaque muscle tissue. This photograph does not establish a bacterial diagnosis or identify Micrococcus; muscle opacity can have different causes. Laboratory assessment is needed to identify an infectious cause. Image: AquariumBreeder.com

API Freshwater Master Test Kit for ammonia nitrite nitrate pH testing

The API Freshwater Master Test Kit covers all the critical parameters — ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and pH. Test the moment you notice behavioral changes; problems are almost always environmental first.

Common Pathogens to Know

The organisms below are discussed in aquatic-animal disease literature. The signs overlap with other illnesses and water-quality problems; this table cannot identify the cause of a dwarf-shrimp illness or select a treatment. Some cited evidence concerns fish rather than aquarium shrimp.

Examples from aquatic-animal disease literature; signs are not diagnostic and dwarf-shrimp transmission risks are not ranked.

Pathogen	Typical Signs	Spread Risk	Key Notes
Aeromonas spp.	Reddening, rapid decline, hemorrhagic lesions, lethargy	Not established here	Found in freshwater environments; some species can cause disease. Its importance in a particular shrimp loss requires diagnosis. The marine-fish study cited here does not rank pathogens in freshwater shrimp tanks.^[4]
Pseudomonas spp.	Gill damage, pale color, erratic swimming, surface ulcers	Not established here	Highly opportunistic; often follows physical injury, failed molts, or crowding stress.
Flavobacterium columnare (Columnaris)	White-gray patches, tissue fraying, saddle-shaped lesions	Not established here	Evidence cited here concerns rainbow trout. Water temperature and stocking density affected columnaris outcomes in that study.^[5]
Mycobacterium spp.	Chronic wasting, hollow abdomen, gradual weight loss over weeks	Not established here	Slow-progressing and resistant to most antibiotics. Also a zoonotic risk to humans with open skin wounds. Wear gloves.
Chitinolytic bacteria (Pseudomonas, Flavobacterium, Aeromonas, Vibrio)	Dark spot-like lesions on exoskeleton, erosion of carapace, progressing to internal spread	Not established here	Also called "rust disease" or "shell disease." Bacteria produce chitinase enzymes that break down the carapace. Most dangerous at molt. Treatment requires diagnosis; the fish evidence cited below does not establish a peroxide regimen for dwarf shrimp.^[9]
Opportunistic gut bacteria	White/clear stringy feces, bloating, appetite loss	Not established here	White or stringy waste and appetite changes do not identify a bacterial cause or predict severity. Check diet and water quality and seek diagnosis if signs persist or animals decline.

🧫 Zoonotic note: Mycobacterium marinum and some Aeromonas strains can infect humans through cuts or abrasions that come into contact with tank water. Always wash hands thoroughly after working in any aquarium. If you have open wounds or a compromised immune system, wear nitrile gloves.

Root Causes & Triggers

Pathogenic bacteria don't materialize suddenly — they exploit opportunity. The following are the most common conditions that allow bacterial populations to breach shrimp defenses. Addressing these is as important as treating the infection itself.

Poor Water Quality

Ammonia and nitrite can harm aquatic animals. The cited 2006 review describes nitrogen toxicity across aquatic species; it does not establish a universal 0.25 ppm ammonia threshold for immune suppression in aquarium shrimp. Ammonia toxicity varies with water conditions, including pH and temperature.^[1] Test ammonia and nitrite when shrimp show signs of distress, and investigate detectable readings rather than using that number as a safe limit.

Species and breeding line matter. The Caridina column below refers to soft-water Bee-type shrimp, not the entire genus. Amano shrimp and Sulawesi Caridina have different water requirements. Most Bee and Crystal shrimp prefer softer, more acidic conditions, while Sulawesi species generally need higher pH, alkalinity and temperature. Confirm the requirements and current keeping conditions of your exact shrimp before adjusting the aquarium. Aqueon’s species-specific water guidance.

Parameter	Neocaridina davidi	Bee-type Caridina	Notes
Ammonia	0 ppm	0 ppm	Any detectable amount is dangerous
Nitrite	0 ppm	0 ppm	As critical as ammonia
Nitrate	< 20 ppm	< 10 ppm	Lower is always better
pH	6.8 – 7.8	5.5 – 6.8	Match the species and breeding line; avoid abrupt changes
Temperature	68 – 76°F	65 – 74°F	Higher temps accelerate bacterial growth
GH	6 – 8 °dGH	4 – 6 °dGH	Low GH = failed molts = infection entry points

Overfeeding & Organic Buildup

Uneaten food decomposes rapidly in a shrimp tank and creates pockets of high organic load — ideal breeding grounds for Aeromonas and anaerobic bacteria. Feed only what shrimp consume in 2–3 hours, remove uneaten food promptly with a turkey baster, and fast the tank entirely during active disease treatment.

Temperature Instability

Water temperature can influence bacterial disease outcomes. In a study of rainbow trout, mortality from columnaris was highest at 23°C under the normal rearing density tested, compared with the lower-temperature conditions. These fish results do not establish a universal 25°C threshold for disease in shrimp.^[5] Keep aquarium conditions stable and appropriate for the species you keep.

Skipping Quarantine

Introducing new shrimp, plants, snails, or hardscape directly to a display tank is one of the most common ways new pathogens enter. A clinically healthy shrimp can carry bacterial loads in its gut or on its surface that only manifest under the stress of shipping and rehoming. A minimum 2–4 week quarantine period in a separate established tank is non-negotiable for disease management.

Molting Stress & Crowding

A shrimp in the post-molt window is acutely vulnerable — its new shell is soft, it's largely immobile, and its surface is an easier entry point for bacteria. Failed molts caused by low GH or KH create open wounds on the body. Overcrowding compounds all of these risks by elevating baseline stress hormones across the entire population.

How Vibrio Enters the Body

Research into Vibrio transmission in shrimp has identified several entry pathways. Vibrio species can produce collagenase and chitinase enzymes that actively dissolve the chitinous shell — they don't simply wait for a wound. They preferentially penetrate between the thin chitin segments of the abdomen, spread along connective tissue fibers in muscle, and can cross the intestinal wall directly into the hemolymph ("blood") of weakened shrimp. Contact with infected tissue can contribute to disease transmission, but eating a dead tank mate does not by itself diagnose overcrowding or inadequate feeding.^[8] Remove dead animals promptly and investigate water quality, feeding and stocking conditions without assuming a single cause.

🔬 Germ counts matter: In healthy aquarium water, bacterial concentrations typically run 100,000–1,000,000 organisms per milliliter — versus roughly 10 per milliliter in drinking water. When organic load increases from uneaten food, waste, and dead animals, Vibrio populations can reach 500,000 colony-forming units per milliliter, creating an infection pressure that even healthy shrimp struggle to resist.^[8]

Treatment Protocol

Speed and sequence matter. Moving directly to medication without addressing environmental factors is the most common treatment mistake — and the most common reason infections return. Work through these steps in order.

Test your water immediately. Ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH, temperature. Document results. Almost every outbreak has an environmental contributing factor that must be corrected for treatment to hold.

Isolate visibly infected shrimp. Move shrimp showing redness, cloudiness, or severe lethargy to a quarantine tank with an established biological filter and closely matched water conditions. Check ammonia and nitrite regularly. This slows spread and allows more aggressive treatment without risking your display tank's biofilter.

Perform a conservative water change. 20–30% with temperature-matched, conditioned water. Dilute bacterial load and improve water quality without shocking already-stressed shrimp. Do not do a massive water change — the parameter swing will add stress.

Boost aeration immediately. Add an airstone or increase surface agitation. Aeration supports the shrimp and the biological filter. It should not be relied on to disinfect the tank or treat an infection; facultative anaerobes can grow with or without oxygen.

Remove all food and detritus. Vacuum the substrate. Cut feeding entirely for 48–72 hours during active treatment. Shrimp can fast safely for days — feeding bacteria is the immediate risk.

Remove activated carbon from filters. Carbon will absorb and neutralize most medications. Remove it before dosing and replace it only after completing the full treatment course.

Seek diagnosis-guided treatment. Review the Medications section below with an aquatic veterinarian. Appearance and severity alone do not identify the pathogen or establish which medication, if any, is appropriate for shrimp.

Monitor daily. Test water parameters every 24 hours. Medications can temporarily disrupt beneficial bacteria and cause ammonia spikes. Add bottled nitrifying bacteria (Fritz Turbo Start, Seachem Stability) if parameters shift. Complete the full treatment course even if shrimp appear to improve early.

Recovery phase. After treatment, resume an appropriate feeding routine as appetite returns. A probiotic label alone does not establish that a food will restore gut bacteria after illness in dwarf shrimp. For routine feeding options, see our Food & Supplements collection. Do a series of small water changes to remove medication residue. Hold the tank stable for at least 4 weeks before adding new shrimp.

Hydrogen Peroxide (H₂O₂): Evidence and Safety

Hydrogen peroxide is a reactive oxidizer used in some fish treatments. The fish research cited below does not establish a safe, effective treatment for bacterial disease in Neocaridina or Caridina shrimp. Sensitivity depends on species, life stage, exposure and water conditions.^[6]

⚠️ Do not assume peroxide is harmless once added. Breakdown varies with water conditions; UF/IFAS describes studies with measurable peroxide remaining after 24 hours. Do not treat erratic swimming after dosing as proof of safety or a normal response to ignore. Stop further dosing and seek aquatic veterinary advice if animals react adversely.

Tank Dosing (Water Column Treatment)

This guide does not provide a validated whole-tank peroxide dose for dwarf shrimp. Fish treatment rates cannot establish a shrimp regimen. Ask an aquatic veterinarian to assess the diagnosis, species and exact product before medicating.

Spot Treatment (Plants & Hardscape)

A small applied volume is not proof that direct exposure is safe for nearby shrimp. Do not apply peroxide to animals or use the former spot-treatment recipe as a treatment for shrimp disease.

Plant Dip (Before Tank Introduction)

The fish studies cited here do not validate a plant-dip recipe or guarantee removal of all pathogens and hitchhikers. Obtain plant-specific advice and product instructions before chemical treatment; keep any treatment separate from livestock.

💡 Product identity matters: FDA distinguishes the approved fish drug 35% PEROX-AID from other peroxide products. Pharmacy peroxide is not an interchangeable substitute. Read FDA's explanation of fish drug products.

Medications & Treatment Options

Treatment selection should match the severity of the infection and how confident you are in the diagnosis. Always remove carbon from filters before medicating. Start with the least invasive option appropriate to the situation.

🍂 Indian Almond Leaves

Indian Almond Leaves release plant compounds and may tint the water amber. Laboratory extract studies do not establish that whole leaves prevent or treat disease in dwarf-shrimp tanks, or that continuous use is harmless under all conditions. Monitor water quality and use amounts appropriate to the aquarium. Shop Indian Almond Leaves →

🌰 Alder Cones

Alder cones are used as aquarium botanicals. This guide does not provide evidence that combining them with Indian Almond Leaves produces a synergistic antibacterial effect or prevents disease. Monitor water quality rather than treating botanical additions as medication. Shop Botanicals →

🌿 API Melafix

API markets MELAFIX for bacterial infections in fish. Its published directions do not establish a half-label-dose treatment for shrimp. Do not improvise a reduced dose or assume a fish treatment will treat a shrimp infection. Ask the manufacturer or an aquatic veterinarian about your species and situation. API’s product directions.

💊 Seachem KanaPlex

KanaPlex is a kanamycin-based medication for ornamental fish. Do not dose it into water containing shrimp. Seachem instructs users to remove invertebrates before water treatment. Its guidance about medicated food concerns treating fish in a tank containing invertebrates; it is not a dosing protocol for feeding sick shrimp. Seek advice from an aquatic veterinarian before treating shrimp with antibiotics. Seachem’s compatibility guidance.

🔵 Seachem PolyGuard

Do not use PolyGuard in a shrimp aquarium. Seachem does not recommend this medication in tanks containing invertebrates or plants. It is not a shrimp-safe fallback when the cause of illness is uncertain. Read Seachem’s invertebrate safety guidance.

💉 Maracyn (Erythromycin)

Maracyn contains erythromycin. Fritz lists snails and other invertebrates as compatible, but its disease-treatment indications concern freshwater and saltwater fish. Compatibility does not establish effectiveness against an undiagnosed dwarf-shrimp illness. Fritz warns that treatment may inhibit nitrifying bacteria and recommends daily ammonia and nitrite monitoring. Ask an aquatic veterinarian about diagnosis and treatment for your shrimp rather than switching antibiotics solely because another treatment failed. Fritz’s current directions and compatibility information.

🧬 Antibiotic resistance: The cited review links heavy, unrestricted preventive antibiotic use in aquaculture with resistance and environmental impacts; it does not establish the leading cause of resistance in home aquariums. Avoid routine preventive antibiotics. If an aquatic veterinarian recommends treatment, follow the specified product, dose and duration, and contact them if animals worsen or react adversely rather than improvising a different antibiotic.^[7]

Prevention & Long-Term Tank Health

Good husbandry supports shrimp health and can reduce avoidable stress and opportunities for disease transmission. It does not eliminate pathogens or guarantee that an outbreak will not occur.

Quarantine everything. New shrimp, snails, plants, and hardscape all go through a minimum 2–4 week quarantine in a separate tank before introduction to any display tank. No exceptions.

Feed sparingly. Only what shrimp can consume in 2–3 hours. Remove uneaten food with a turkey baster within that window. Hungry shrimp are healthier than shrimp in fouled water.

Small, consistent water changes. 10–20% weekly is far healthier than 50% monthly. Stability and consistency prevent the parameter swings that trigger stress-induced immune suppression.

Temperature control. Use a reliable heater with a separate thermometer to verify accuracy. Aim for the lower end of your species' safe range — cooler water slows bacterial metabolism and reduces outbreak severity.

Strong aeration. Maintain dissolved oxygen above 6 mg/L at all times. This is a meaningful passive defense against the anaerobic conditions that favor many dangerous pathogens.

Use Indian Almond Leaves and Alder Cones as optional aquarium botanicals, not as a proven disease-prevention treatment. Consider the species and monitor water chemistry and organic buildup.

Inspect and quarantine new plants. Do not assume a peroxide dip sterilizes a plant or makes it safe to add immediately. Obtain plant-specific treatment advice before using chemicals, and keep treatment separate from livestock.

Maintain GH and KH appropriate for your species. Low GH means failed molts; failed molts mean open wounds; open wounds mean bacterial entry points. For Neocaridina, target 6–8 °dGH and 3–8 °dKH.

Avoid overstocking. A general guideline is 5–10 adult shrimp per gallon for Neocaridina. Overcrowded tanks have higher baseline stress, more organic waste, and faster outbreak propagation.

Keep a seeded sponge filter running in your display tank at all times so it stays colonized with beneficial bacteria. A seeded sponge can help establish filtration in a quarantine tank, but it does not guarantee adequate capacity. Check ammonia and nitrite daily, and avoid transferring media from a tank with a suspected infectious outbreak.

Clean and disinfect equipment after use in a tank with a suspected outbreak. Use an aquatic-health professional’s equipment-specific protocol, including removal of organic matter, the correct product concentration and contact time, rinsing and neutralization before reuse. A 1:20 dilution alone is not a complete protocol because bleach strength and required exposure vary. Keep disinfectants out of occupied tanks.

Test parameters weekly even when everything looks healthy. Slow creeping nitrate rises are one of the most common unnoticed contributors to chronic immune suppression in otherwise well-kept tanks.

Troubleshooting

Treatment didn't work and shrimp are still dying — Recheck water quality, oxygenation, possible contaminants, and the diagnosis. Do not switch or combine medications simply because an earlier treatment failed. Review the exact product instructions and seek advice from an aquatic veterinarian; KanaPlex water treatment is not appropriate in a tank containing shrimp.

Infection cleared but came back weeks later — The root environmental cause was not addressed. Bacteria don't disappear; they retreat to a manageable level when conditions improve. If the stressor remains — overfeeding, elevated nitrate, chronic temperature stress — they will rebound. Revisit water parameters and husbandry practices systematically.

One shrimp is clearly sick but the others look fine — Isolate the individual immediately. This is your window to act before spread. Early isolation and targeted quarantine-tank treatment gives the best odds of saving the individual and protecting the colony.

Redness appears but water parameters are perfect — Rule out copper first — it causes very similar reddening and rapid death. Check any medications, fertilizers, or tap water supplements for copper content. A single copper-based medication dose can be lethal to shrimp even at fish-safe concentrations.

Shrimp surviving but not recovering color or activity — Post-infection recovery can take 2–4 weeks. Support with high-quality food from our Food & Supplements collection, stable parameters, and botanicals. Avoid stressing recovering shrimp with additional water changes beyond routine maintenance.

White stringy feces but no other symptoms — White or stringy waste alone does not identify a bacterial infection. Observe appetite, activity, diet, and water quality, and seek diagnostic advice if it persists or other symptoms appear. Do not start an antibiotic or feed KanaPlex to shrimp based on this sign alone. For routine feeding options, browse our Food & Supplements collection; food is not a substitute for diagnosing or treating an illness.

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Sources & Citations

[1]Camargo, J.A. & Alonso, Á. (2006). Ecological and toxicological effects of inorganic nitrogen pollution in aquatic ecosystems. Environment International, 32(6), 831–849. Review of inorganic nitrogen toxicity across aquatic ecosystems; not a shrimp-specific 0.25 ppm immune-suppression threshold. doi.org/10.1016/j.envint.2006.05.002
[2]Austin, B. & Austin, D.A. (2016). Bacterial Fish Pathogens: Disease of Farmed and Wild Fish (6th ed.). Springer. Opportunistic pathogen behavior, secondary infection mechanisms in crustaceans.
[3]Tzuc, J.T. et al. (2014). Microbiota from Litopenaeus vannamei: digestive tract microbial community of Pacific white shrimp. SpringerPlus, 3(1), 280. Study of digestive bacteria and enzyme activity in Pacific white shrimp; not a diagnostic test for white feces in dwarf shrimp. doi.org/10.1186/2193-1801-3-280
[4]Eddy, S.D. & Jones, S.H. (2002). Microbiology of summer flounder Paralichthys dentatus fingerling production at a marine fish hatchery. Aquaculture, 211(1–4), 9–28. Study of microbial communities during summer flounder production at a marine fish hatchery; not a ranking of pathogens in freshwater shrimp aquariums.
[5]Suomalainen and colleagues (2005). Influence of rearing conditions on Flavobacterium columnare infection of rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss (Walbaum). Journal of Fish Diseases, 28(5), 271–277. Research on stocking density and temperature in rainbow trout. PubMed record. DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2761.2005.00631.x.
[6]Rach, J.J., Schreier, T.M., Howe, G.E. & Redman, S.D. (1997). Effect of Species, Life Stage, and Water Temperature on the Toxicity of Hydrogen Peroxide to Fish. The Progressive Fish-Culturist, 59, 41–46. This study concerns fish, not dwarf-shrimp safety. Study abstract. See also Yanong, R.P.E., Use of Hydrogen Peroxide in Finfish Aquaculture, UF/IFAS, for persistence and safety limitations. Additional hobbyist reading: Shrimpybusiness.com, Freshwater Shrimp Diseases & How to Treat Them. shrimpybusiness.com
[7]Cabello, F.C. (2006). Heavy use of prophylactic antibiotics in aquaculture: a growing problem for human and animal health and for the environment. Environmental Microbiology, 8(7), 1137–1144. Review of heavy preventive antibiotic use, resistance and environmental impacts in aquaculture. doi.org/10.1111/j.1462-2920.2006.01054.x
[8]Garnelio.de (2016). Shrimp die for no reason! #Shrimp diseases. Vibrio spp. transmission pathways, chitin-dissolving enzymes, organic load germ counts, immune-weakening factors. garnelio.de. See also video resources: YouTube — youtube.com/watch?v=KfRyMg1VarM; youtube.com/watch?v=T-UjbfGBJ7o; youtube.com/watch?v=9Z2k0N870KE
[9]Shrimpybusiness.com (2023). Freshwater Shrimp Diseases & How to Treat Them. Chitinolytic bacterial disease (rust/shell disease), chitinase enzyme mechanism, H₂O₂ treatment protocol. shrimpybusiness.com. See also: AquariumBreeder.com. Understanding Dwarf Shrimp Diseases and Parasites. aquariumbreeder.com
[10]Bhassu, S. et al. (2024). Microbes and pathogens associated with shrimps - implications and review of possible control strategies. Frontiers in Marine Science, 11, 1397708. Review of farmed-shrimp pathogens, including viral muscle disease; species differ from aquarium dwarf shrimp. doi.org/10.3389/fmars.2024.1397708

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Bacterial Infections in Shrimp Tanks