{"product_id":"fuzzy-chiton-chiton-sp","title":"Fuzzy Chiton (Chiton sp.)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$59.99 overnight livestock shipping. Contiguous 48 states and Washington, DC only.\u003c\/strong\u003e No Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, territories, PO boxes, APO\/FPO\/DPO or international shipping. Livestock is excluded from free standard shipping; separate supplier or dry-goods shipments may have separate checkout charges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips directly from our livestock supplier Monday–Wednesday, subject to availability and safe weather. Overnight transit begins after dispatch. For a live arrival issue, contact us immediately with clear photos within 12 hours of carrier-confirmed delivery. See our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival Policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA plated marine mollusk that grazes along rock and glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e One chiton.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Film algae and diatoms; maintain established grazing surfaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established saltwater system with stable chemistry, suitable feeding surfaces and shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNever pull a firmly attached chiton off a surface. Its foot can tear; transfer it attached to a movable piece of rubble when possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWater \u0026amp; Acclimation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaintain approximately 75–78°F. Keep specific gravity near 1.024–1.026 and pH 8.1–8.4 with consistent water quality. Follow the supplied acclimation instructions and avoid sudden salinity changes, copper medication and rough handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLive Animal Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePhotos show representative examples, not the exact animal shipped. Individual size, coloration and appearance vary naturally. Allow the animal time to settle after arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePrepare for Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrepare with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anemone-box\"\u003eacclimation equipment\u003c\/a\u003e, a reliable \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/salinity-tester\"\u003esalinity tester\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fish-food\"\u003efoods suited to this animal\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid copper-based medications in systems containing invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Infinity and Beyond Aquatics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical care guidance and help choosing livestock that fits your aquarium, with support before and after your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SWA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67700633567541,"sku":"IBA-SWA-11408","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/2252\/7285\/files\/swa-11408.jpg?v=1792026683","url":"https:\/\/infinityandbeyondaquatics.com\/products\/fuzzy-chiton-chiton-sp","provider":"Infinity and Beyond Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}