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Will feeding betta brine shrimp affect their genetic makeup and pass it down to the next generation?

Brine shrimp are a nutritious and safe food source for bettas and other fish, they won't cause any genetic harm or pass on negative effects to the next generation.

Nutty wrote: ↑Sun Dec 15, 2024 7:31 am Will feeding betta brine shrimp affect their genetic makeup and pass it down to the next generation?

I'm a bit confused by your question - brine shrimp are safe for bettas, I've been feeding them to mine without issue. To minimize the risk of introducing salt into the tank, I rinse the brine shrimp in a cup of tank water before adding them in. Could you clarify what you're getting at with the genetics part?

The shrimp's genetic material gets broken down during digestion. No genetic changes occur in the fish as a result.

Brine shrimp originally came from saltwater, that's what's got me wondering.

Rinsing those brine shrimp first to get rid of the excess salt makes a big difference. The small amount of salt left inside the shrimp itself won't cause any issues for your betta.

Brine shrimp came from salt water, I'm wondering, will that be a problem for fresh water fish like betta?

Brine shrimp are safe for all freshwater fish. They won't cause any harm to your betta or other fish. The genetic makeup of the fish remains unaffected by brine shrimp. There's also no risk of diseases transferring from brine shrimp to freshwater fish. Live or frozen brine shrimp can be a nutritious addition to a varied diet, providing essential nutrients for your fish.