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.

Peppermint Shrimp GETS RID OF APTASIA, REEF SAFE, EATS FLAKE FOOD Do you have those pesky little aptasia anenome's taking over your tank? How about unsightly hair algae? According to Julian Sprung's The Reef Aquarium and also Fenners The Conscientious Marine Aquarium , the best cure for Aptasia is Lysmata Wurdemanni, Peppermint Shrimp are a species of small reef-safe shrimp that are excellent for any size system. They have transparent bodies with an abundance of thin red striping. They are highly sought after due to their appetite for nuisance aiptasia. REEF SAFE $7.99 Each

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. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good Approximate Purchase Size: Medium: 1-1/4" to 1-3/4" Small $17.99 Medium $21.99 Large $29.99

Fire Shrimp Lysmata debelius Detritus Eater, Cleans Rock and sand Fire Shrimp are very social and may be kept in groups. Also known as blood and or scarlet cleaners, they are sometimes reported to provide a cleaning service like skunk cleaners. An amazing deep red color with contrasting white dots. An interesting note with Fire Shrimp, is that any two will form a pair.   REEF SAFE Medium $32.99 Large $39.99 XLarge $47.99

Coral Banded Shrimp 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.  REEF SAFE $15.99 each Purchase a mated pair $39.99

Golden Coral Banded Shrimp The Gold Banded Shrimp is closely related to the Coral Banded Shrimp. These shrimp have gold/yellow bodies complimented by red and orange striping. They are very active and enjoy lots of live rock to scour for detritus, and they too will hunt and kill pest bristle worms. 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.  REEF SAFE $19.99 Purchase a mated pair $49.99

Extra Large Camel Shrimp An interesting shrimp that picks, cleans and stirs substrate. This shrimp will tolerate other inverts, thus, several can be kept together in an aquarium.  REEF SAFE $7.49 ea. - 2 for $14.00

Red Pistol Shrimp Synalpheus species The 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. The Pistol Shrimp is intolerant of copper or high nitrate levels. Pistol Shrimp will accept freeze-dried and frozen foods and bottom feeder tablets, as well as scavenge for algae in the aquarium. The Pistol Shrimp are intolerant of copper or high nitrate levels. Approximate Purchase Size: 11/2" to 2" REEF SAFE $14.99 each

Clown or Harlequin Shrimp 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. 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.   $39.99 each Purchase a mated pair $99.00

Pederson Shrimp 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. They will accept flake, meaty foods and will forage for algae on the live rock.   REEF SAFE $14.99 each

Sexy Shrimp 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! 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 $14.99 each

Photos are representative of each species. Each animal is unique and variations should be expected.

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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.