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Red Pistol Shrimp
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Red Pistol Shrimp

Alpheus cedrici
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Red Pistol Shrimp also known as the Scarlet Pistol Shrimp, White Spot Pistol Shrimp, Japanese Pistol Shrimp, Snapping Shrimp, Alpheus cedrici, Alpheus bisincisus or Alpheus fasqueli are 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.

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The Red Pistol Shrimps body is bright red in colouration, and is marked with several white spots. The base of the tail and the claws are also banded in white. 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 Pistol 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. Red Pistol 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.

Pistol Shrimp are intolerant of copper or high nitrate levels, but need a correct level of iodine in the water to promote proper molting.

Pistol Shrimp will accept any meaty freeze-dried and frozen foods and pellet, as well as scavenge for algae in the aquarium.

Minimum Aquarium Size

50 L

Max Size

5 cm

Reef Safe

Yes

Temperament

Peaceful

Diet

Carnivore

Care

Easy

Origin

Indian Ocean

Venomous

No

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