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Anti bacterial treatments Here are some natural remedies for suspected bacterial infections. These treatments have been know to work for some people, and is safe for use in your shrimp tank. Antibacterial - Crack Willow bark The bark of the Crack Willow tree was used as an antibacterial treatment. It's not so absurd, as tree bark is know to have antibacterial properties. Either Fresh or Dried bark. 2-3 strips of bark 5cm x 2cm. Change pieces of bark after 2 weeks. And discontinue treatment after 4 weeks. However, shrimp that might already be infected will still die. Barks of other trees could also be used, but ensure that it is as clean as possible, there is no sap, and isn't showing signs of rot (as that indicates the tree is weakened and lacking antibacterial properties itself). Can be supplemented with an treatment that is eaten below to treat internally. Antibacterial - Fennel greens The green fresh leaves of the fennel bulb can be fed dried or blanched. Works as an antibacterial treatment internally. As with all fresh food sources, remember to wash well, and ensure it's free of pesticides. Antifungal - Black or Green Tea (Important: Do NOT use flavoured tea blends. Tea from organic or health food stores preferred) Tea contains antibacterial and fungicidal tannins. Green tea is especially preferred, as varieties like Bancha or Kukicha are low in caffeine and green tea on average contains more polyphenols than Chinese teas. Pour tea as usual, and either drink or discard the first infusion. Only use the 2nd or 3rd infusion. 1ml of tea to 1L of aquarium water. 25% water change after 2 days. Add more tea to the water change adjusting the tea amount to the water changed. So if you change 1L of water add another 1ml of tea. Alternatively you can use a green tea bag. Infuse tea bag for half a minute, and either drink or discard the first infusion. Then hang the tea bag in the tank. Note: if the tea bag is made of paper, it might either dissolve or get eaten by shrimp. So check often to ensure the contents aren't going to spill into your tank. Anti bacterial/Fungicidal - dried walnut leaves, dried oak leaves or dried banana leaves Like Indian Almond leaves, these leaves offer the same antibacterial and fungicidal treatments by releasing tannins, essential oils and humic acids. 3 leaves to 100L of water. Leaves can remain till it's eaten or dissolved. Harvest leaves that are dried naturally during the change in seasons.