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Pistol Shrimp - Alpheus heterochaelis

Pistol Shrimp - Alpheus heterochaelis

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Pistol shrimp can be found burrowing under live rock. Orange and brown coloration with one noticeably larger claw.

Tips:
These pistol shrimps are elusive and tend to set up burrows behind the aquascape under rock. We have not found them to be a threat to fish. Pistols will prey on hermits and snails. They also enjoy sinking pellets and left over fish food. Pistol shrimps can be found in pairs.

Rated:
Reef Safe
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