Fairy Shrimp
Fairy shrimp are more suitable as a fish food rather than a member of the community aquarium. They can however be kept as a short term pet in a container set up just for them.
The fairy shrimp is also known as brine shrimp or sea monkeys. This sometimes causes confusion with peeople looking to buy them. All these names are correct as the fairy shrimp is a broad term for many separate species.
These shrimp are purchased as eggs and grow through the stages of it's life cycle before your eyes. Some require salt to be added while others require distiled water. The process is fairly simple and instructions are included from the seller.
Fairy Shrimp For Sale
The cost of these animals varies depending on the quantity of eggs and the species being sold. You can typically buy fairy shrimp for as low as 99 cents and for as much as $15 from some internet dealers.
Below are the fairy shrimp currently for sale from eBay listings.
