Shrimp Shrimp make interesting additions to an invertebrate or reef aquarium. Being scavengers, they help clean up leftovers in the aquarium while some perform other very important duties keeping a tank rid of aptasia anemones or providing a natural defense against ich outbreaks. Special Note: Special care must be taken to correctly acclimate all kinds of shrimp to an aquarium. Inadequate or improper acclimation will result in death through what is called salinity shock. Advanced Aquarist Species: We guarantee that ALL aquariam species offered will arrive alive and in good condition. However, because of the increased level of care required for acclimation of all shrimp, they are all considered advanced aquarist specimens and are guaranteed to arrive in perfect shape, but do not have Aquatic Connections normal long term guarantee.

Peppermint Shrimp Lysmata wurdemanni complex Do you have pesky aptasia anenome's taking over your tank? Description: According to Julian Sprung's The Reef Aquarium and also Fenners The Conscientious Marine Aquarium , the best cure for Aptasia is Peppermint Shrimp, a species of small reef-safe shrimp that are excellent for any size system. The 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 on occasion, some may not be interested in aiptasia at all. Also known as an excellent scavenger, the Peppermint Shrimp picks its way around the aquarium and live rock to consume uneaten food, and decomposing organic material called detritus. Diet: The diet of the Peppermint Shrimp should include freeze-dried, live or frozen foods, and flaked foods. Reef Compatability:An excellent reef aquarium species, gets along well with tank mates Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 11/4" REEF SAFE $7.99 Each Quantity :

Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp Lysmata amboinensis Description:The skunk cleaner shrimp is an extraordinarily versatile little shrimp that is perfect for most reef tanks, and also for many fish-only tanks without fish that pose a predatory risk to crustaceans. They are omnivorous scavengers, eating almost anything, but are most-well known for their symbiotic relationship with many fish. When a fish comes down with Ich or other types of skin problems, the fish will swim up next to the shrimp and patiently tread water while waiting for the shrimp to clean its body of parasites. For the shrimp's part, it is usually quite diligent and will pick dead skin and necrotic material off the fish, keeping it disease free. This is a fascinating behavior to watch, not to mention practical in a reef tank where Ich outbreaks can threaten fish, but most Ich medications will kill off corals. The cleaner shrimps will be less shy if kept in 2-3 member groups; they will establish their own "cleaner stations" on live rock and fish will know where to seek them when they require their services. Skunk Cleaner Shrimp are very sensitive to quickly changing water conditions, so keep water quality high. Healthy shrimp will molt on a regular basis, another fascinating thing to watch. Reef Compatibility:Very good Starting at $19.99 Quantity : size : Select Size Small Cleaner Shrimp- $19.99 Medium Cleaner Shrimp- $24.99 Large Cleaner Shrimp- $29.99

Blood Red Fire Shrimp Lysmata debelius Good cleaner Shrimp and Detritus Eater for Sand and Rock Description: Also called The Scarlet Red Cleaner Shrimp, the Red Fire Shrimp is a brilliant deep red with white antennae and small white spots. It by far, is one of the most popular shrimp in the aquarium hobby. Keep as few or as many as you like together, because the Red Fire shrimp is a social species, getting along with other tRed Fire Shrimp and also getting along with any other saltwater shrimp. These brightl red colored shrimp will act as cleaners as well as scavengers. Fire Shrimp can be kept in reef or fish-only systems. They will clean the leftover debris and detritus (uneaten food), in the aquarium. They also are a great cleaner shrimp eating dead tissue and parasites off of their tank mates. Because they are rather easy to care for and quite hardy, Fire Shrimp can be a good choice for beginners. Diet: The diet of the Blood Red Fire Shrimp should include freeze-dried, live or frozen foods, and flaked foods. Reef Compatability:An excellent reef aquarium species REEF SAFE $34.99 Ea. Quantity :

Coral Banded Shrimp Stenopus hispidus Description:Coral Banded Shrimp are very popular among reefkeepers due to their exquisite coloring and active nature. They are a beautiful addition to the reef with candycane striped bodies, multiple pairs of bright white antennae, and 3 pairs of miniature claws. They are very active and enjoy lots of live rock to scour for detritus, and will hunt and kill pest bristle worms. They are also active "cleaner shrimp". Fish will swim close and allow the shrimp to pick parasites from the flesh. They will also feed on uneaten fish food that falls to the bottom such as frozen foods, pellet and flake. They are reef-safe and only one should be kept per tank, unless they are a confirmed mated pair in which case the pair can be kept in the same tank. Hardy, but must be acclimated slowly to avoid any salinity and/or pH shock.  Food and diet:It feeds by grazing on algae and anything it can find. will take bits of any food that is added. supplemental feeding not required. Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good REEF SAFE $16.99 ea. Quantity : size : Select Single or Mated Pair Single Coralbanded Shrimp- $16.99 Mated Pair Coralbanded Shrimp - $39.99

Golden Coral Banded Shrimp Stenopus cyanoscelis Description:The Golden Coral Banded Shrimp is closely related to the Coral Banded Shrimp. These shrimp have bright golden yellow bodies complimented by red and orange striping.They are a beautiful addition to the reef with candycane striped bodies, multiple pairs of bright white antennae, and 3 pairs of miniature claws. They are very active and enjoy lots of live rock to scour for detritus, and will hunt and kill pest bristle worms. They are also active "cleaner shrimp". Fish will swim close and allow the shrimp to pick parasites from the flesh. They will also feed on uneaten fish food that falls to the bottom such as frozen foods, pellet and flake. They are reef-safe and only one should be kept per tank, unless they are a confirmed mated pair in which case the pair can be kept in the same tank. Hardy, but must be acclimated slowly to avoid any salinity and/or pH shock.  Food and diet:It feeds by grazing on algae and anything it can find. will take bits of any food that is added. supplemental feeding not required. Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good REEF SAFE $21.99 ea. Quantity : size : Select Single or Mated Pair Single golden coral banded Shrimp- $21.99 Mated Pair golden coral banded Shrimp - $49.99

Blue Body Coral Banded Shrimp Stenopus tenuirostris Description:The Blue Coral Banded Shrimp differs in having blue on the abdomen and legs, and it's also much less frequently available than the regularly seen coral banded shrimp. These popular shrimps are easy to keep and are great in reef tanks. They require no special care once acclimated, and the will eat about anything offered. They may also eat bristleworms. (hurray!) Like all shrimps, they require careful acclimation.Hardy, but must be acclimated slowly to avoid any salinity and/or pH shock. These animals are known to loose their claws or legs during normal shipping practices. They will grow back after the next molt. Food and diet:It feeds by grazing on algae and anything it can find. will take bits of any food that is added. supplemental feeding not required. Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good Reef Safe $24.99 Quantity :

Red Pistol Shrimp Synalpheus species Description:The Red Pistol Shrimp may also be called Symbiosis Shrimp and Snapping Shrimp. The sound it makes comes from an appendage on the pincher which moves when the pincher is opened or closed and water is ejected. The name Symbiotic Shrimp comes from the equally beneficial relationship the Pistol Shrimp has with gobies . The goby, with better eyesight, warns the shrimp of predators. The shrimp share its food with the goby. It is beneficial to the tank as it churns the sand. It thrives 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. Food and diet:Pistol Shrimp will accept any meaty freeze-dried and frozen foods and bottom feeder tablets. Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 1-3/4" REEF SAFE $14.99 ea. Quantity :

Camel Shrimp Rhynchocinetes durbanensis Description: An interesting shrimp that picks, cleans and stirs substrate. This shrimp will tolerate other inverts, thus, several can be kept together in an aquarium. They will also feed on uneaten fish food that falls to the bottom such as frozen foods, pellet and flake. They are reef-safe and only one should be kept per tank, unless they are a confirmed mated pair in which case the pair can be kept in the same tank. Hardy, but must be acclimated slowly to avoid any salinity and/or pH shock.  Food and diet:It feeds by grazing on algae and anything it can find. will take bits of any food that is added. supplemental feeding not required. Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good REEF SAFE $7.49 ea. Quantity :

Pederson Shrimp Periclimenes brevicarpalis Description:The Pederson Cleaner Shrimp, also known as the Anemone Shrimp plays a significant role in the reef tank. These shrimp will lure fish with their antennas so they can hop onto the fish and begin "cleaning", or picking parasites from them. Many fish will even let them clean the inside of their mouths. They will also form relationships with anemones, the anemone will allow the shrimp to live within its tentacles for protection. These shrimp have transparent bodies with beautiful blue and purple markings, and sometimes they have subtle orange spotting similar to sexy shrimp. Food and diet:They will accept flake, meaty foods and will forage for algae on the live rock.   Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" to 1" REEF SAFE $14.99 each Quantity :

Sexy Shrimp Thor amboinensis Description:This pretty little shrimp earns its name as it wiggles its tail as it grazes. small brown shrimp with pink splodges that let it blend in to the coralline algae on the rocks. Compatible with reef tanks, do not keep with fish that will eat them, they are expensive snacks! Interestingly, 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. To promote proper molting, sufficient iodine levels must be maintained. Food and diet:It feeds by grazing on algae and anything it can find. will take bits of any food that is added. supplemental feeding not required. Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good Approximate Purchase Size: 1/4" to 3/4" REEF SAFE $14.99 ea. Quantity :

Tiger Pistol Shrimp Alpheus bellulus Description:By far the interesting aspect of pistol shrimp are their ability to form a symbiotic relationship with some species of goby fish. This is commonly seen in pistol shrimps belonging to the genus Alpheus such as the tiger pistol shrimp and Randall's pistol shrimp.The Tiger Pistol Shrimp's body is tan with rust colored broken stripes running across the back and vivid Blue stripes on its legs, arms, and antennae. These beneficial shrimp will constantly move gravel making them excellent sand stirrers in the reef aquarium, as well as scavenging any uneaten food. The sound it makes comes from an appendage on the pincher which moves when the pincher is opened or closed and water is ejected. The Tiger Pistol Shrimp have a symbiotic relationship with gobies . The goby, with better eyesight, warns the shrimp of predators. The shrimp share its food with the goby. Tiger Pistol Shrimp thrive in environments with sand, rock caves, and areas of lower light. They will hang out in the lower portion of the tank, near rocks or ledges to keep out of the direct light. If in pairs, one will often stand guard at the burrow while the other is inside. Food and diet:Pistol Shrimp will accept any meaty freeze-dried and frozen foods and bottom feeder tablets. Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 1-3/4" REEF SAFE $19.99 ea. Quantity :

xxCandy Stripe Randalls Pistol Shrimp Alpheus bellulus Description:This attractive Pistol Shrimp is generally colored with alternating red and white bands. Note the name Candy stripe. By far the interesting aspect of pistol shrimp are their ability to form a symbiotic relationship with some species of goby fish. This is commonly seen in pistol shrimps belonging to the genus Alpheus such as the tiger pistol shrimp and Randall's pistol shrimp. These beneficial shrimp will constantly move gravel making them excellent sand stirrers in the reef aquarium, as well as scavenging any uneaten food. The sound it makes comes from an appendage on the pincher which moves when the pincher is opened or closed and water is ejected. The Tiger Pistol Shrimp have a symbiotic relationship with gobies . The goby, with better eyesight, warns the shrimp of predators. The shrimp share its food with the goby. Tiger Pistol Shrimp thrive in environments with sand, rock caves, and areas of lower light. They will hang out in the lower portion of the tank, near rocks or ledges to keep out of the direct light. If in pairs, one will often stand guard at the burrow while the other is inside. Food and diet:Pistol Shrimp will accept any meaty freeze-dried and frozen foods and bottom feeder tablets. Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 1-3/4" REEF SAFE $17.99 ea. Quantity :

Harlequin Shrimp Hymenocera elegans Description:This truly is one of the most stunning and beautiful Shrimps to be found. The body is of a pinkish-white or white color, splashed with large purple-edged pink spots, and sometimes reddish or light orangish toned looking spots. This shrimp remains very small, only reaching an average length of 1 to 2 inches. Like with all invertebrates, this shrimp is sensitive to copper and high nitrate levels. Food and diet:The Harlequin's diet consists solely of starfish. Unless you have a good supply of starfish for this shrimp to live on, it does not do well in captivity. Don't keep any prized starfishes in the same tank with it.   Recommended minimum tank size: 1 gallon or larger Reef Compatibility:Very good Approximate Purchase Size: 1" Starting at $39.99 Quantity : size : Select Single or Mated Pair Single Harlequin Shrimp- $39.99 Mated Pair Harlequin Shrimp - $89.99

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Note: Lighting and coloration of corals: Please note not all corals from our tanks and lighting will look the same when they are in your tanks. Everybody's tanks have different lighting setups, spectrums, combinations, etc. Aquatic Connection's tanks are light by 400 watt 20K Halide bulbs. We use these bulbs because it provides the perfect balance of natural white light along with the deeper actinic blue that corals need to bring out the correct colors and to thrive off of. If your tank consists of all daylight (10K's, 65K's etc.) with minimal actinic lighting, your not going to get as many of the vibrant true colors from your corals as you would with the correct lighting combination. If you need better descriptions of corals please feel free to contact us.  Advanced Aquarist Species: We guarantee that ALL aquariam species offered will arrive alive and in good condition. However, because of the increased level of care required for acclimation of all shrimp, they are all considered advanced aquarist specimens and are guaranteed to arrive in perfect shape, but do not have Aquatic Connections normal long term guarantee. Photos are representative of each species. Each animal is unique and variations should be expected.