The Shrimp Showdown is Coming: Errly Aquatics at Aquaporium

Big things are happening, and if you’re into shrimp, aquascaping, or just want to see some of the cleanest tanks and rarest colonies around, you’re going to want to be there.

Errly Aquatics will be hosting a Shrimp Showdown at Aquaporium on May 2nd and this isn’t your typical high-pressure competition. This is for the hobbyists, the breeders, and the people who just genuinely love shrimp.

What is Aquaporium?

Aquaporium is one of the most exciting aquarium events in the region, bringing together vendors, hobbyists, aquascapers, and aquatic enthusiasts from all over. It’s a place where passion meets community, whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been breeding for years.

And this year, Sustainable Reef is bringing something special to the table.

Introducing: The Shrimp Showdown 🦐

The Shrimp Showdown is a laid-back, in-person shrimp competition designed to give hobbyists a chance to showcase what they’ve been working on.

• Got a colony you’ve been dialing in?
• Finally stabilized that color line?
• Proud of your tank setup?

This is your moment.

We’re not here to gatekeep or make it intimidating. This is about:

• Showing off your shrimp
• Meeting other keepers
• Learning from each other
• Growing the community

Whether you’re bringing fire red cherries, blue dreams, or something more exotic, there’s a place for you.

Why This Matters

At Errly Aquatics, we’re all about building something bigger than just selling shrimp.

• Grow the shrimp-keeping community
• Connect hobbyists locally
• Create opportunities for people to showcase their work
• Make the hobby more accessible and exciting

Events like this are how we do it.

What to Expect

• Live shrimp competition entries
• Vendors with all things saltwater, freshwater, and reptiles
• Networking with other hobbyists and breeders
• A chill, welcoming environment (no stress, no egos)

And of course, Errly Aquatics will be there with shrimp, plants, and plenty of opportunities to connect.

Thinking About Entering?

Do it. You can register by clicking on this link.

Seriously, don’t overthink it. You don’t need a “perfect” colony. If you’re proud of what you’ve built, that’s enough.

This is about participation, growth, and community, not perfection.

We’re building something special, and this is just the beginning.

If you’re anywhere near the Charlotte area, pull up on May 2nd. Come hang out, bring your shrimp, and be part of something that’s only going to keep growing.

Let’s make this one to remember.

— Errly Aquatics 🦐