{"product_id":"japanese-pistol-shrimp","title":"Japanese Pistol Shrimp","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"365\"\u003eThe Japanese Pistol Shrimp \u003cem data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"142\"\u003e(Alpheus bisincisus)\u003c\/em\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"167\"\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"210\"\u003ereef-safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"362\"\u003estriking red-and-white coloration, symbiotic behavior with gobies, and its unique snapping claw that creates a loud “pistol” sound\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eMales typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"460\"\u003ehave a noticeably larger snapping claw used for defense and communication\u003c\/strong\u003e, while females\/juveniles \u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"558\"\u003ehave smaller, less developed claws and are more reserved in behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eThey reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"594\"\u003e2–3 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e in adulthood and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"671\"\u003e10–20 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e (larger tanks recommended if paired with a goby). Provide a \u003cstrong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"828\"\u003efine sandbed for burrowing, ample live rock for stability and hiding spots, and a secure lid\u003c\/strong\u003e since pistol shrimp may dig extensively and occasionally escape through openings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eStable water parameters are required (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temp ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eDiet should consist of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003efrozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, and sinking pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e, as they are opportunistic scavengers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eWith proper care, this shrimp makes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003efascinating and functional addition to the aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when housed in a symbiotic pairing with a watchman goby.\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":57476456513839,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/JapanesePistolShrimp.png?v=1777528654","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/japanese-pistol-shrimp","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}