{"title":"Inverts For Beginners","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zjyvj6\" data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eInvertebrates for Beginners: The Best Start for a Healthy Reef Tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eStarting a reef aquarium can feel overwhelming, but adding the right invertebrates early on can make a huge difference. These small creatures play a vital role in maintaining balance, cleaning waste, and keeping algae under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"535\"\u003eIf you’re new to reef keeping, here are the best \u003cstrong data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"478\"\u003ebeginner-friendly invertebrates\u003c\/strong\u003e to help you build a stable and healthy marine ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"540\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ugtbbv\" data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eWhy Invertebrates Matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"643\"\u003eInvertebrates are the “clean-up crew” of your aquarium. They help by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"69nz9s\" data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eEating leftover food and waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bu86xo\" data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eControlling algae growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ool495\" data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eAerating the sand bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hiu3kw\" data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eSupporting natural tank balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eA good cleanup crew reduces maintenance and helps your tank mature properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"142h3ta\" data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eBest Beginner Invertebrates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"iqjgy1\" data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"912\"\u003e1. Hermit Crabs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eOne of the most popular choices for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1omabya\" data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eGreat scavengers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11pendk\" data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eClean rocks and sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1clteqg\" data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eVery active and fun to watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l3xshc\" data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eNeed empty shells for growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3vdomh\" data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e2. Snails (Nassarius, Turbo, Trochus)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eEssential algae eaters for any reef tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uzf97u\" data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eClean glass and rocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"109fl3i\" data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eStir sand beds (Nassarius)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"58y7ll\" data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eVery low maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14zdxkd\" data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eReef safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1efbyrl\" data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e3. Emerald Crab\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003ePerfect for controlling nuisance algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yquib5\" data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eEspecially good for bubble algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f3dk9j\" data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eSmall and efficient cleaner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"66keip\" data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eReef safe when well-fed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wpbjte\" data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e4. Porcelain Anemone Crab\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eA peaceful filter feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nqkha3\" data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eFilters fine particles from water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"154u8d9\" data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eVery calm and reef safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wpw0tl\" data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eOften lives with anemones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ng9co0\" data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e5. Red Tip Hermit Crab\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eA strong scavenger for tight spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fcq8pe\" data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eEats detritus and algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xm580u\" data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eReaches hidden areas in rockwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cjp71o\" data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003eHelps keep sand clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9iafka\" data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eBeginner Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kmdq67\" data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eAlways add invertebrates after the tank is cycled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jjwmjk\" data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eAvoid copper-based medications (toxic to inverts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1625hos\" data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eProvide stable salinity and temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wcth7g\" data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003eDon’t overstock your cleanup crew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"37wqjb\" data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eFeed supplemental food if algae is low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blue-leg-hermit-crab-tiny","title":"Blue Leg Hermit Crab","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBlue Leg Hermit Crab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most popular and effective members of any reef aquarium clean-up crew. Known for its striking blue legs and active behavior, this small hermit crab plays an important role in maintaining a clean and balanced marine environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003eBlue Leg Hermit Crabs are excellent scavengers that feed on \u003cstrong data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"966\"\u003ealgae, uneaten food, and detritus\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping reduce waste buildup and prevent nuisance algae growth. 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It is a popular addition to reef aquariums due to its unusual appearance and scavenging behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eNative to the Western Atlantic and Caribbean reefs, the Arrow Crab spends much of its time hiding among live rock, caves, and coral structures, coming out mainly at night to feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"491\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cd34i1\" data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"516\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Diet:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eThe Arrow Crab is an opportunistic omnivore and scavenger. 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Closely related to the Blue Leg Hermit Crab, this small omnivore constantly explores live rock and sand beds, reaching tight spaces to consume algae, detritus, and leftover food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eAlso known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eRed Tip Hermit Crab\u003c\/strong\u003e, this species is easily recognized by its bright red legs and face. 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It is best known for its delicate appearance and its unique feeding behavior, where it filters food particles directly from the water using its fan-like front claws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"515\"\u003eIn the wild, this crab is often found living in close association with sea anemones, using them as shelter and protection while benefiting from food carried by water currents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"520\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11al5w7\" data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Behavior:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2c10a8\" data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eFilter feeder that consumes fine food particles from the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1brfop9\" data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eUses specialized fan-like claws to capture plankton and suspended foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d8uq05\" data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eTypically lives within or near sea anemones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zvd6qr\" data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eExtremely peaceful and non-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"130kndl\" data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1up1e6f\" data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eStable and mature reef aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qa5nt7\" data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eModerate water flow to carry food particles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iymxdb\" data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eOptional but beneficial: sea anemone host\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h8xups\" data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eSupplemental feeding may be needed in low-nutrient systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"qraahi\" data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8122xr\" data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eFully reef safe and safe with corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tvqo4n\" data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eRequires clean, stable water conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c96cka\" data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eMay spend most of its time hiding in anemones or rock structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53375752405306,"sku":"I-CRB-005","price":30.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/Porcelain_Anemone_Crab.webp?v=1777376262"},{"product_id":"sally-lightfoot-crab","title":"Sally Lightfoot Crab","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eSally Lightfoot Crab\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fast, active, and highly mobile marine crab commonly found in reef and saltwater aquariums. 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It has striking red and white bands across its body with fairly long pinchers and extra long white antennae. Combined with its prickly body texture, this peaceful member of the Stenopodidae family brings interest to any marine aquarium. However, most hobbyists praise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eStenopus hispidus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for its active nature as it scampers around the aquarium in search of food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, members of the Stenopodidae family are known as \"Boxing Shrimp\" because of the large pinchers on their third set of legs. These pinchers are often held erect and give the Banded Coral Shrimp the appearance of a boxer ready to fight. Though the Banded Coral Shrimp can be aggressive towards other Banded Coral Shrimp and smaller shrimp of different species, most are peaceful towards fish, corals, and invertebrates within your aquarium. Because of its aggressive disposition towards other Banded Coral Shrimp, the Banded Coral Shrimp should be housed individually or kept as a true mated pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the oceans of Indonesia, Stenopus hispidus is perhaps the most widely distributed shrimp in the sea. It usually hangs upside-down in caves or crevices, with only its antennae emerging from the hole. While molting, the Banded Coral Shrimp will often hide from sight for 1-2 days in the rocks of the reef. In the home aquarium, provide sufficient room for the Banded Coral Shrimp so it can move about freely without its long antennae touching neighboring corals or anemones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Banded Coral Shrimp is relatively hardy and boasts an aquarium-suited length that rarely exceeds 3 inches, 6 inches with the antennae. The male Banded Coral Shrimp is usually smaller. Breeding the Banded Coral Shrimp is usually not successful. Larvae generally succumb to filtration and skimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other invertebrates, the Banded Coral Shrimp is intolerant of high nitrate or copper levels. Be sure to maintain proper iodine levels in the aquarium to help ensure proper molting. The Banded Coral Shrimp must be acclimated slowly to avoid any salinity and\/or pH shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, the Banded Coral Shrimp is a scavenger. 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Banded Coral Shrimp are also effective bristleworm hunters in the reef aquarium, helping to keep the population of these pests under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Banded Coral Shrimp should be kept singly in smaller aquariums. It is relatively hardy, but must be acclimated slowly to avoid any salinity and\/or pH shock. It is intolerant of high nitrates or copper levels, and iodine levels in the water must be correct to promote proper molting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreeding the Blue Banded Coral Shrimp is usually not successful. Larvae are generally destroyed by filtration and skimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, the Blue Banded Coral Shrimp feeds on parasites, dead tissue removed from fish, and other tiny organisms. In the home aquarium, it will accept most flaked and frozen foods, plankton, and meaty items.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53465374785850,"sku":"I-SHR-002","price":25.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/Stenopustenuirostris.webp?v=1778989853"},{"product_id":"gold-banded-coral-shrimp","title":"Gold Banded Coral Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Gold Banded Coral Shrimp has a yellow body, white chelae, and a red and white banded abdomen. Members of the Stenopodidae family are called \"Boxing Shrimp\" because of their large pinchers on their third set of legs. They often hold these pinchers erect, giving the appearance of a boxer ready to fight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSufficient room should be provided in the tank to allow the Gold Banded Coral Shrimp to move without its long antennae touching neighboring corals or anemones. The Gold Banded Coral Shrimp must be kept singly, or as a true mated pair, being intolerant of others of the same species. It may also harass other smaller shrimp of different species. It is relatively hardy, but must be acclimated slowly using the Drip Method to avoid any salinity and\/or pH shock. It is intolerant of high nitrates or copper levels, but iodine levels in the water must be correct to promote proper molting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreeding the Gold Banded Coral Shrimp is usually not successful. Larvae are generally destroyed by filtration and skimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, the Gold Banded Coral Shrimp feeds on parasites, dead tissue removed from fish, and other tiny organisms. In the home aquarium, it will accept most flaked and frozen foods, plankton, and meaty items. Banded Coral Shrimp are also effective bristleworm hunters in the reef aquarium, helping to keep the population of these pests under control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53465416466746,"sku":"I-SHR-003","price":25.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/top-shelf-aquatics-gold-coral-banded-shrimp-1146290922.webp?v=1778990190"},{"product_id":"yellow-banded-coral-shrimp","title":"Yellow Banded Coral Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yellow Banded Coral Shrimp, also known as the Caribbean Boxing Shrimp, has a yellow body and legs, while the chelae and abdomen have red and sometimes white and red bands. Members of the Stenopodidae are called \"Boxing Shrimp\" because of the large pinchers on their third set of legs. They often hold these pinchers erect, giving the appearance of a boxer ready to fight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSufficient room should be provided in the tank to allow the Yellow Banded Coral Shrimp to move with its long antennae. The Yellow Banded Coral Shrimp must be kept singly, or as a true mated pair, being intolerant of others of the same species. It may also harass other smaller shrimp of different species. It is relatively hardy, but must be acclimated slowly to avoid any salinity and\/or pH shock. It is intolerant of high nitrates or copper levels, but iodine levels in the water must be correct to promote proper molting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreeding the Yellow Banded Coral Shrimp is usually not successful. Larvae are generally destroyed by filtration and skimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, the Yellow Banded Coral Shrimp feeds on parasites, dead tissue removed from fish, and other tiny organisms. In the home aquarium, it will accept most flaked and frozen foods, plankton, and meaty items. Banded Coral Shrimp are also effective bristleworm hunters in the reef aquarium, helping to keep the population of these pests under control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53466504233274,"sku":"I-SHR-004","price":20.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/Stenopuscyanoscelis.webp?v=1779028112"},{"product_id":"bumble-bee-snail","title":"Bumble Bee Snail","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tiny Bumble Bee Snail benefits most marine reef aquariums in big ways. Heralded for their small size and beautiful coloration, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePusiostoma mendicaria\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecan get into small crevices and tight locations between rockwork. Here, they clean away detritus, including uneaten meaty foods and decomposing organisms. This tiny member of the Buccinidae family also burrows into your sand bed, consumes sand-dwelling worms, and helps aerate your substrate. Plus, with its striking black shell, striped in elegant white to yellow bands, the Bumble Bee Snail is indeed beautiful to observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best care, offer ample hiding places with large areas to roam. The Bumble Bee Snail prefers to consume foods off of live rock and deep sand beds where it can forage for food undisturbed. Like other invertebrates, the Bumble Bee Snail is sensitive to copper-based medications, high nitrate levels, and even the slightest fluctuation in water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough peaceful, keep in mind that the Bumble Bee Snail is a carnivore. If there is insufficient food, the Bumble Bee Snail may feed on other snails in your aquarium or indiscriminately consume polychaetes whether beneficial or the more troublesome bristleworm. In well-established systems, most Bumble Bee Snails do not require supplemental feeding. However, if sufficient food sources are unavailable, supplement their diet with offerings of meaty foods, including finely chopped brine or mysis shrimp and frozen meaty foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bumble Bee Snail is extremely difficult to breed in the aquarium, partly because there are no distinguishing characteristics between Bumble Bee Snail sexes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53466527465786,"sku":"I-SNL-001","price":1.5,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/bumble-bee-snail-main-1146288070.webp?v=1779028926"},{"product_id":"camel-shrimp","title":"Camel Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Camel Shrimp is also known as the Hinge-beak Shrimp, Dancing Shrimp, or Candy Shrimp. It is distinguished by a moveable rostrum (beak) that is usually angled upwards. The Camel Shrimp has a variable pattern of red and white stripes on its body. The males of its species tend to have larger chelipeds (claws) than the females.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt prefers to congregate with other shrimp of its kind in rock crevasses, under overhangs, or in the coral rubble. It especially needs hiding places when it is molting. It usually tolerates other shrimp, but may nip at colonial anemones, disc anemones, and soft leather corals. It generally leaves bubble coral and stinging anemones alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Camel Shrimp will accept brine shrimp, frozen or freeze-dried plankton, and flaked food.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53466561446202,"sku":"I-SHR-005","price":20.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/CamelShrimp.webp?v=1779030050"},{"product_id":"clown-mantis-shrimp","title":"Clown Mantis Shrimp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Clown Mantis Shrimp, also referred to as the Peacock Mantis Shrimp, is included in the Smashing Mantis Shrimp group. They are very interesting shrimp that resemble the praying mantis insect. They have large colorful eyes that are either blue or green rimmed and their bodies exhibit many bright colors. The main part of the body is green with red outlines on the shell. These are extremely aggressive shrimp that should be housed alone in a species aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clown Mantis Shrimp should be housed in an aquarium that is devoted to this species. Only one shrimp should be kept in the aquarium. They have very quick claws that they use to break the shell of crustaceans and crabs. They should not be housed with fish or other invertebrates, unless they are very large, and caution should still be exercised. 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Though considered part of the \"cleaner\" grouping of shrimp, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata wurdemanni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is more of a scavenger. The Peppermint Shrimp picks its way around your aquarium and live rock to consume detritus, uneaten food, and decomposing organic material. This ornamental member of the Hippolytidae family is brightly colored with a clear or creamy white body striped with several thin and distinct longitudinal red bands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as the Veined or Caribbean Cleaner Shrimp, the Peppermint Shrimp is sometimes confused with its Pacific cousin,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eRhynchocinetes durbanensis\u003c\/em\u003e. However, that shrimp has a pointed nose and inter-spaced white stripes over its body. In the wild, Peppermint Shrimp are usually found in the vertical shafts of the reef. Some even take up residence in the core of pipe sponges. The Peppermint Shrimp does best in home aquariums with live rock, ample places to hide, as well as open areas to scavenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppermint Shrimp are very social and peaceful towards most reef inhabitants. Like other invertebrates, the Peppermint Shrimp cannot tolerate copper-based medications or high nitrate levels. It also requires supplemental iodine to encourage proper molting of its carapace. In addition to what it obtains from scavenging, the diet of the Peppermint Shrimp should consist of most types of prepared foods and the occasional pieces of fresh fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Peppermint Shrimp has been successfully bred by commercial fish farms, and can be bred in the home aquarium. Rearing the larvae requires specialized feeds and care outside of the display aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Western Atlantic Peppermint Shrimp complex\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata wurdemanni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas been reclassified in 2006 by Andrew L. Rhyne and Junda Lin based on their morphology and color pattern. In general, peppermint shrimp from different regions can easily be identified to species level by their color patterns. Our peppermint shrimp are from either the Florida Keys or the Gulf of Mexico and are most often\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata boggessi\u003c\/em\u003e, a species proven to consume\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAiptaisa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Rhyne et al. 2004). 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All of the following species make ideal scavengers and prey on the pest anemone\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAiptasia pallida\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53517169361210,"sku":"I-SHR-007","price":25.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/peppermint_shrimp.webp?v=1779822093"},{"product_id":"sand-sifting-sea-star","title":"Sand Sifting Sea Star","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sand Sifting Sea Star, at first glance, seems to be drably colored like most bottom dwellers. But closer inspection reveals a striking beauty and serenity to the alternating bands of brown and beige that dress this invertebrate's thick, spine-covered arms. Like other starfish, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAstropecten polycanthus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e efficiently consumes mass amounts of detritus and uneaten foods. This nocturnally active member of the Astropectinidae family can move large amounts of sand as it burrows into the substrate in its search for food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis peaceful omnivore will effectively clean even the largest home aquarium of detritus and left over food. Like other starfish, the Sand Sifting Sea Star will also consume small invertebrates, including shrimp, urchins, mollusks, bivalves, or other small sea stars. As such, the Sand Sifting Sea Star should be actively fed a varied diet consisting of natural food sources, especially in well-established marine aquariums. Otherwise, this voracious feeder will quickly clean your aquarium of detritus and then burrow into your substrate, starve, and eventually begin to decay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo foster its feeding habits, the Sand Sifting Sea Star should be kept in aquariums with large, deep sand bottoms of several inches in depth. Since it is slower moving than most fish, the Sand Sifting Sea Star should not be housed with natural predators, including Puffers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other invertebrates, the Sand Sifting Sea Star is very intolerant of sudden changes in oxygen levels, salinity, and pH and cannot tolerate copper-based medications. 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