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Old 10-02-2007, 10:58 PM
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I was just wondering if copepods molt every couple of months like shrimp do and shed its exoskeleton, so it can increase in size. I have been seeing tons of exoskeletons lying and floating in the the aquarium. I have searched for info on this and found nothing. Thanks
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Old 10-05-2007, 12:13 AM
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Anyone have an answer?
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