{"title":"Shrimp","description":"Shrimp make interesting and colorful additions to an invertebrate or reef aquarium. Shrimp are scavengers that will eagerly accept small pieces of fish or shrimp in the home aquarium. Shrimp have a hard outer shell (carapace) that must be shed (molted) for the shrimp to grow.","products":[{"product_id":"peppermint-shrimp","title":"Peppermint Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Peppermint Shrimp is best known for its natural ability to manage nuisance Aiptasia, or glass anemones. Keep in mind that some individual Peppermint Shrimp are better at managing aiptasia while others may not be interested in aiptasia at all. Though considered part of the \"cleaner\" grouping of shrimp, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata wurdemanni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is more of a scavenger. The Peppermint Shrimp picks its way around your aquarium and live rock to consume detritus, uneaten food, and decomposing organic material. This ornamental member of the Hippolytidae family is brightly colored with a clear or creamy white body striped with several thin and distinct longitudinal red bands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as the Veined or Caribbean Cleaner Shrimp, the Peppermint Shrimp is sometimes confused with its Pacific cousin,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eRhynchocinetes durbanensis\u003c\/em\u003e. However, that shrimp has a pointed nose and inter-spaced white stripes over its body. In the wild, Peppermint Shrimp are usually found in the vertical shafts of the reef. Some even take up residence in the core of pipe sponges. The Peppermint Shrimp does best in home aquariums with live rock, ample places to hide, as well as open areas to scavenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppermint Shrimp are very social and peaceful towards most reef inhabitants. Like other invertebrates, the Peppermint Shrimp cannot tolerate copper-based medications or high nitrate levels. It also requires supplemental iodine to encourage proper molting of its carapace. In addition to what it obtains from scavenging, the diet of the Peppermint Shrimp should consist of most types of prepared foods and the occasional pieces of fresh fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Peppermint Shrimp has been successfully bred by commercial fish farms, and can be bred in the home aquarium. Rearing the larvae requires specialized feeds and care outside of the display aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Western Atlantic Peppermint Shrimp complex\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata wurdemanni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas been reclassified in 2006 by Andrew L. Rhyne and Junda Lin based on their morphology and color pattern. In general, peppermint shrimp from different regions can easily be identified to species level by their color patterns. Our peppermint shrimp are from either the Florida Keys or the Gulf of Mexico and are most often\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata boggessi\u003c\/em\u003e, a species proven to consume\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAiptaisa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Rhyne et al. 2004). We occasionally receive other species from the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata wurdemanni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecomplex. We have consulted with Dr. Rhyne and he has confirmed that all species of peppermint shrimp he has tested in the laboratory consume\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAiptasia\u003c\/em\u003e. Differences in exact collection location often dictates what species we have in stock. The exact species that will be shipped to your door is one of the following listed below. The exact species you receive will vary based on the time of year, weather conditions, freight space, and inventory levels. All of the following species make ideal scavengers and prey on the pest anemone\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAiptasia pallida\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlorida Bay and Atlantic -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eL. wurdemanni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCaribbean -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eL. ankeri\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlorida Bay and Gulf of Mexico -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eL. boggessi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSouth Western Florida Keys -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eL. rafa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\/2\" to 1-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":48239972909299,"sku":"74367","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pack","offer_id":48508513485043,"sku":"116429","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_0122201_049_284ee1bf-2834-4b34-8c66-20ffdd839c9a.jpg?v=1765937581"},{"product_id":"scarlet-skunk-cleaner-shrimp","title":"Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata amboinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) acts like the medic of any saltwater aquarium. In fact, this active cleaner will set up shop on live rock or coral outcroppings and wait for fish to come and be cleaned of ectoparasites or dead tissue. Many fish value its services so highly that they even allow the Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp to clean inside of their mouths without harming the shrimp. No matter how your fish use the Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp's services, it is easy to see why this peaceful creature is so popular amongst home aquarists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp is also known as the Red Skunk Cleaner Shrimp because of the distinct pair of bright red stripes that outline the single white stripe running down its back. The Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp is often found in groups amongst live rock or coral. In the home aquarium, the Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp requires a similar habitat and peaceful tankmates. Some fish, such as Hawkfish and Lionfish or predatory shrimp or crabs may see this member of the Hippolytidae family as food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other invertebrates, the Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp is intolerant of copper-based medications, high nitrate levels, and fluctuating water parameters. The Scarlet Cleaner Shrimp needs to be drip acclimated prior to introducing to your main system. Also, proper iodine supplementation is necessary to promote molting and growth. To supplement their diet, feed Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp freeze dried, frozen, and flake foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eL. amboinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis also called the Indo-Pacific White-Banded Cleaner Shrimp, Indo-Pacific White-Striped Cleaner Shrimp, Skunk Cleaner Shrimp or the Scarlet Cleaner Shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall: 1\/2\" to 1-1\/4\"; Medium: 1-1\/4\" to 1-3\/4\"; Large: 1-3\/4\" to 2-1\/2\"; X-Large: 2-1\/2\" to 3-1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"S - 1\/2\" to 1-1\/4\"","offer_id":48330868883699,"sku":null,"price":28.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M - 1-1\/4\" to 1-3\/4\"","offer_id":48508502933747,"sku":null,"price":33.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L - 1-3\/4\" to 2-1\/2\"","offer_id":48508502966515,"sku":null,"price":37.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL - 2-1\/2\" to 3-1\/4\"","offer_id":48508502999283,"sku":null,"price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_78348_Scarlet_Skunk_Cleaner_Shrimp.jpg?v=1767391569"},{"product_id":"blood-red-fire-shrimp","title":"Blood Red Fire Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blood Red Fire Shrimp (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata debelius\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), also known as Blood Shrimp, Fire Shrimp, or Scarlet Cleaner Shrimp, is one of the most popular ornamental shrimp in the marine aquarium hobby. The Blood Red Fire Shrimp boasts striking blood-red coloration with brilliant white spots and long white antennae. Depending on which region of the Indo-Pacific from which it originates, the Blood Red Fire Shrimp may have the white dots just on its carapace or covering its entire body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blood Red Fire Shrimp is most active at night and prefers a habitat aquascaped with caves and overhangs where the lighting is not too intense during the \"day\". While the Blood Red Fire Shrimp will tolerate its mate, others of its own kind will be chased away or harassed unless kep in a very spacious aquarium setup. It is generally peaceful with most other organisms in the reef system unless they impinge on its territory. As a \"cleaner shrimp,\" the Blood Red Fire Shrimp will set up cleaning stations and remove dead tissue and parasites from fish that present themselves. The Blood Red Fire Shrimp will also scavenge for meaty bits along the substrate bottom. Often, only its antennae will be visible. Similar to all invertebrates, the Blood Red Fire Shrimp will not tolerate copper or high levels of nitrates in the aquarium. The Blood Red Fire Shrimp will require correct levels of iodine in the water to promote proper molting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diet of the Blood Red Fire Shrimp should include freeze-dried, live or frozen foods, and flaked foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall: 1\/2\" to 1\", Medium: 1\" to 1-1\/2\", Large: 1-1\/2\" to 2\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"S - 1\/2\" to 1\"","offer_id":48330876256499,"sku":"78041","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M - 1\" to 1-1\/2\"","offer_id":48508502868211,"sku":"26152","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L - 1-1\/2\" to 2\"","offer_id":48508502900979,"sku":"78044","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_78041_Blood_Red_Fire_Shrimp_e89f2d4c-9cf7-4fcd-8edf-34ecec38d36d.jpg?v=1767392423"},{"product_id":"sexy-anemone-shrimp","title":"Sexy Anemone Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sexy Anemone Shrimp is named for its unusual body movements. When walking, Thor amboinensis sways its abdomen back and forth with exotic flair. In addition to this fascinating behavior, the Sexy Anemone Shrimp is also uniquely dressed in a reddish brown body dotted with brilliant white spots. These characteristics make the Sexy Anemone Shrimps an enchanting aquarium addition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the reefs of the Indo-Pacific, this member of the Hippolytidae family is usually found amongst the tentacles of an anemone. In the home aquarium, however, the Sexy Anemone Shrimp is often found perched on a coral frag or outcropping of live rock. Most are equally fearless as they are beautiful and will scavenge in any area of the aquarium in search of meaty foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best care, the Sexy Anemone Shrimp should be kept in small groups and fed a varied diet of plankton and flaked, frozen, and meaty foods. It is peaceful towards members of its own species and other tankmates. The Sexy Anemone Shrimp should not be housed in aquariums with predatory fish that might attack these small shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the Sexy Anemone Shrimp is a relatively fast grower and will molt about once a month. However, most Sexy Anemone Shrimp will grow only to a maximum size of around 1-1\/2\". Although very hardy, it requires a slow acclimation process to avoid any salinity and\/or pH shock. Like other invertebrates, the Sexy Anemone Shrimp cannot tolerate high nitrate or copper levels. 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However, most hobbyists praise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eStenopus hispidus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for its active nature as it scampers around the aquarium in search of food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, members of the Stenopodidae family are known as \"Boxing Shrimp\" because of the large pinchers on their third set of legs. These pinchers are often held erect and give the Banded Coral Shrimp the appearance of a boxer ready to fight. Though the Banded Coral Shrimp can be aggressive towards other Banded Coral Shrimp and smaller shrimp of different species, most are peaceful towards fish, corals, and invertebrates within your aquarium. Because of its aggressive disposition towards other Banded Coral Shrimp, the Banded Coral Shrimp should be housed individually or kept as a true mated pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the oceans of Indonesia, Stenopus hispidus is perhaps the most widely distributed shrimp in the sea. It usually hangs upside-down in caves or crevices, with only its antennae emerging from the hole. While molting, the Banded Coral Shrimp will often hide from sight for 1-2 days in the rocks of the reef. In the home aquarium, provide sufficient room for the Banded Coral Shrimp so it can move about freely without its long antennae touching neighboring corals or anemones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Banded Coral Shrimp is relatively hardy and boasts an aquarium-suited length that rarely exceeds 3 inches, 6 inches with the antennae. The male Banded Coral Shrimp is usually smaller. Breeding the Banded Coral Shrimp is usually not successful. Larvae generally succumb to filtration and skimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other invertebrates, the Banded Coral Shrimp is intolerant of high nitrate or copper levels. Be sure to maintain proper iodine levels in the aquarium to help ensure proper molting. The Banded Coral Shrimp must be acclimated slowly to avoid any salinity and\/or pH shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, the Banded Coral Shrimp is a scavenger. In the home aquarium, it will accept most flaked and frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3\/4\" to 2-1\/2\" \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":48331937120499,"sku":"78452","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_78439_Banded_Coral_Shrimp.jpg?v=1767460852"},{"product_id":"camel-shrimp","title":"Camel Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Camel Shrimp is also known as the Hinge-beak Shrimp, Dancing Shrimp, or Candy Shrimp. It is distinguished by a moveable rostrum (beak) that is usually angled upwards. The Camel Shrimp has a variable pattern of red and white stripes on its body. The males of its species tend to have larger chelipeds (claws) than the females.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt prefers to congregate with other shrimp of its kind in rock crevasses, under overhangs, or in the coral rubble. It especially needs hiding places when it is molting. It usually tolerates other shrimp, but may nip at colonial anemones, disc anemones, and soft leather corals. 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These beneficial shrimp will constantly move gravel making them excellent sand stirrers in the reef aquarium, as well as scavenging any uneaten food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound it makes comes from an appendage on the pincher which moves when the pincher is opened or closed and water is ejected. The Snapping Shrimp can be easily confused with Mantis Shrimp if judged by sound only. Unlike the Mantis Shrimp, it is not harmful and will not pose any threat in the tank, with the possible exception of very small shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Symbiotic Shrimp comes from the equally beneficial relationship the Pistol Shrimp has with gobies (e.g.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmblyeleotris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eStonogobiops\u003c\/em\u003e). The goby, with better eyesight, warns the shrimp of predators. 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During the day it is brown with green spots. These green spots will have variable amounts of white speckling. The legs have darker brown bands on a brown background with alternating white speckled bands. Tufts of cirri (feathery appendages) are found decorating the back of the males, and their first pair of walking legs are elongated. The Saron Shrimp is nocturnal, and at night, the color of its body turns primarily red, which helps it blend into the shadows of the twilight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen introduced into an aquarium, the Saron Shrimp will need a dark place in which to hide. After acclimating, it will start to wander about during the daylight. It is usually found in the coral rubble at the base of the reef. It is intolerant of copper or high nitrates, and will require a correct level of iodine in the water for proper molting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diet of a Saron Shrimp can include brine shrimp, plankton, flaked food, frozen food, and small pieces of fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall: 1\/2\" to 3\/4\" Medium: 3\/4\" to 1-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"S - 1\/2\" to 3\/4\"","offer_id":48331951112435,"sku":"78569","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"M - 3\/4\" to 1-1\/2\"","offer_id":48508502638835,"sku":"116410","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg-78556-shrimp.jpg?v=1767461852"},{"product_id":"white-spot-anemone-shrimp","title":"White Spot Anemone Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Glass Anemone Shrimp, also known as the White-patched Anemone Shrimp, or Pacific Clown Anemone Shrimp, was first described in 1902. While it is sometimes difficult to see within its host anemone, it is the most common of all the imported anemone shrimps. Its transparent body has several white spots irregularly spread over its carapace and tail, which helps it to blend in with the tentacles of the anemone. Another distinctive marking of its species are the five black-edged orange spots on its caudal fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Glass Anemone Shrimp will do best in a tank with anemones or sea cucumbers that can serve as a host. The shrimp will generally stay close to its host anemone or sea cucumber. If it does not see any larger fish nearby, it will sometimes venture out and forage for food. Otherwise, it shares its food with the anemone. It is protected from the stinging cells of the anemone by the mucus secreted by the anemone, which coats the shrimp's body. Every time the shrimp molts to grow, it has to hide from the anemone since it loses its mucus-covered shell. 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These beneficial shrimp will constantly move gravel making them excellent sand stirrers in the reef aquarium, as well as scavenging any uneaten food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound it makes comes from an appendage on the pincher which moves when the pincher is opened or closed and water is ejected. The Snapping Shrimp can be easily confused with Mantis Shrimp if judged by sound only. Unlike the Mantis Shrimp, it is not harmful and will not pose any threat in the tank, with the possible exception of very small shrimp. They may form a symbiotic relationship with a shrimp goby if they are compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese Snapping Shrimp thrive in environments with sand, rock caves, and dim light. If in pairs, one will often stand guard at the burrow while the other is inside. 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