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So why use oak leaves for shrimp? The primary benefits of using oak leaves in an aquarium for shrimp are as a natural food source, shelter, and stimulating environment. Shrimp eat the bacteria that grow on the decomposing leaves in addition to small amounts of the leaf material itself. Oak leaves encourage the establishment of diatoms and biofilm, which are vital food sources for shrimp and other invertebrates. Shrimp consume the bacteria that develop on the leaves as they slowly decompose. The leaves give shrimp, especially fry and smaller shrimp species, a place to hide and cover, which contributes to a more natural aquarium environment. According to some sources, oak leaves can assist replicate natural circumstances in a blackwater aquarium, which frequently call for lower pH levels because the leaves' decomposition release tannins. There any many other leaves for instance banana leaves and guava leaves that not many people know of other than the commonly overrated Indian Almond Leave.  

Q: How to use it?

A: Simple! You simply drop as many pieces of leaves as you desire! If you wish to get rid a little bit of the tannin you can boil it for at least 5-7 minutes.