{"title":"Marine Invertebrates","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Creatures. Big Impact. Incredible Variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our selection of \u003cstrong\u003elive marine invertebrates\u003c\/strong\u003e for saltwater and reef aquariums. From hardworking cleanup crew members to colorful and fascinating showpiece species, invertebrates bring diversity, movement, and function to your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection may include \u003cstrong\u003eshrimp, crabs, hermit crabs, snails, starfish, urchins, clams, scallops, and other marine invertebrates\u003c\/strong\u003e. Whether you're looking for natural algae control, help maintaining your reef, or simply a unique new inhabitant, there's an invert for nearly every saltwater system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare requirements can vary significantly between species. Please review each individual listing for information regarding \u003cstrong\u003etank size, diet, reef compatibility, temperament, water parameters, and special care requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLive Invertebrate Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive invertebrates ship \u003cstrong\u003eMonday, Tuesday, and Wednesday via Priority Overnight\u003c\/strong\u003e in insulated, temperature-controlled packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flat \u003cstrong\u003e$39.99 Live Animal Priority Overnight Shipping fee\u003c\/strong\u003e applies to live animal orders. Eligible livestock is protected by our \u003cstrong\u003eArrive Alive Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e, with DOA claims requiring photographs within \u003cstrong\u003e12 hours of carrier-confirmed delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping may be delayed due to severe weather, extreme temperatures, holidays, carrier disruptions, or other conditions that could compromise animal safety.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ora-captive-bred-peppermint-shrimp-3-pack-lysmata-sp","title":"ORA Captive-Bred Peppermint Shrimp – 3 Pack (Lysmata sp.)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eORA Captive-Bred Peppermint Shrimp – 3 Pack (Lysmata sp.)\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a hardworking cleanup crew to your reef with the \u003cstrong\u003eORA Captive-Bred Peppermint Shrimp 3-Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e. These small marine shrimp feature distinctive red striping over a translucent to cream-colored body and can reach approximately 2 inches at maturity. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppermint Shrimp are popular reef inhabitants because they combine interesting behavior with useful scavenging. They forage around rockwork and the aquarium for leftover food and organic material and are also well known for consuming \u003cstrong\u003esmall nuisance Aiptasia anemones\u003c\/strong\u003e. Individual results with Aiptasia can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes \u003cstrong\u003ethree captive-bred Peppermint Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an easy way to introduce a small group to an established saltwater or reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lysmata sp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peppermint Shrimp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaculture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive Bred\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeder:\u003c\/strong\u003e ORA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 Shrimp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5–1 Inch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 Inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Scavenger\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppermint Shrimp are typically peaceful toward compatible fish and invertebrates and can be kept in groups. 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They should still be fed appropriately and should not be purchased with the expectation that they will eliminate every Aiptasia infestation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a varied diet that may include quality marine pellets, flakes, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and other appropriately sized meaty marine foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough these shrimp naturally scavenge throughout the aquarium, they should not be expected to survive solely on leftover food or Aiptasia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable saltwater parameters and provide plenty of live rock, caves, and crevices where the shrimp can retreat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other marine invertebrates, Peppermint Shrimp can be sensitive to sudden changes in \u003cstrong\u003esalinity and water chemistry\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Also considered a type of pincushion urchin, \u003cem\u003eLytechinus variegatus\u003c\/em\u003e is an effective herbivore that spends its time roaming rockwork and aquarium surfaces in search of nuisance algae. ORA notes that supplemental macroalgae should be provided when the aquarium does not contain enough natural algae to support its grazing. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to tropical waters of the Western Atlantic, Variegated Urchins naturally inhabit shallow seagrass flats and sandy environments. 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