{"product_id":"harlequin-shrimp","title":"Harlequin Shrimp","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"938\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"125\"\u003eHarlequin Shrimp (Hymenocera picta)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"143\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"186\"\u003ereef-safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"274\"\u003estriking coloration, intricate patterns, and unique feeding habits\u003c\/strong\u003e. Males typically are \u003cstrong data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eslightly smaller and slimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e, while females are \u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"380\"\u003elarger with broader abdomens\u003c\/strong\u003e. They reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"411\"\u003e2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e in size and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"480\"\u003e20 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e. Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"530\"\u003eplenty of live rock and hiding spots\u003c\/strong\u003e with stable water parameters (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temp ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4), and a secure lid since many species are prone to escaping or climbing. Diet should consist of \u003cstrong data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"797\"\u003estarfish (their natural prey), primarily species like chocolate chip or asterina stars\u003c\/strong\u003e, and they will not accept substitute foods. With proper care, this invertebrate makes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"919\"\u003estunning and unique showpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e in the aquarium.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Aquatics Quarantine \u0026amp; Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos\/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"International Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57476335272239,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-22at2.30.53AM.png?v=1779431470","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/harlequin-shrimp","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}