{"product_id":"peppermint-shrimp","title":"Peppermint Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Invertebrate Peppermint Shrimp (Lysmata sp.) is a peaceful species that is reef-safe with caution, admired for its bright red and white banded coloration, slender body, and delicate swimming movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales typically look similar to females but may be slightly smaller and less robust, while females\/juveniles often have more vibrant coloration and may display the characteristic cleaner behavior. They reach about 2–3 inches and should be housed in aquariums of at least 10–20 gallons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a sandbed, plenty of live rock with crevices for hiding, and open swimming space, 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 jumping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet should consist of small meaty foods like mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, and occasionally finely chopped seafood, and with proper care this shrimp makes a standout addition to the aquarium.\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":57476139024687,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/1_a1c5db03-5433-4802-bee4-01d4fee52461.png?v=1777528241","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/peppermint-shrimp","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}