Pistol Shrimp (Alpheus sp.)
Invertebrate in the family Alpheidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Scientific nameAlpheus sp.
FamilyAlpheidae
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyReef Safe with Caution
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Adult size2 in
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 72-80°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.026
Diet and feeding
Omnivorous scavengers feeding on small crustaceans, detritus, and meaty foods. Offer mysis shrimp, chopped fish, and quality pellets 1–2 times daily.
Origin and habitat
Tropical and subtropical Indo-Pacific, including Hawaii, Caribbean, Red Sea, and Indo-Pacific coral reefs.
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