XL Wild-Caught Peppermint Shrimp (Lysmata boggessi)

Looking for a natural solution to nuisance Aiptasia anemones? The XL Wild-Caught Peppermint Shrimp (Lysmata boggessi) is one of the most effective reef-safe predators available. These active scavengers spend their days searching for uneaten food, detritus, and nuisance Aiptasia, making them an excellent addition to nearly any saltwater aquarium.

Hand-selected for their larger size, XL Peppermint Shrimp are hardy, established specimens capable of tackling larger Aiptasia while adding constant activity and personality to your reef aquarium.

Features

• Natural Aiptasia predator

• Excellent reef-safe clean-up crew member

• Actively scavenges leftover food and detritus

• Peaceful with most reef fish and invertebrates

• Larger XL specimens for greater effectiveness

• Great addition to reef and nano reef aquariums

Care Information

Scientific Name: Lysmata boggessi
Common Name: XL Peppermint Shrimp
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Safe: Yes
Difficulty: Easy
Diet: Omnivore (Aiptasia, meaty foods, pellets, frozen foods)
Minimum Aquarium Size: 20 Gallons

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• Salinity: 1.023–1.026

• pH: 8.1–8.4

Compatibility

Peppermint Shrimp are peaceful and thrive alongside most reef-safe fish, corals, snails, crabs, and other invertebrates. They are best known for helping control nuisance Aiptasia anemones while also cleaning up leftover food throughout the aquarium.

Avoid housing with predators such as Lionfish, Hawkfish, Triggerfish, Puffers, or large Wrasses, as these species may prey on shrimp.

Why Shop with Infinity and Beyond Aquatics?

At Infinity and Beyond Aquatics, we know that purchasing live animals online requires confidence. Every order is carefully prepared to help ensure your new livestock arrives healthy and ready to thrive.

• Carefully inspected before shipment

• Professionally packed in insulated cooler boxes

• Heat or cold packs included when weather requires

• Overnight shipping to minimize transit stress

• Responsive customer service before and after your purchase

• Passionate hobbyists dedicated to helping you succeed

Whether you're building your first reef or maintaining a thriving SPS system, we're committed to providing healthy livestock backed by exceptional service.

Live Animal Shipping Information

All live fish, corals, and invertebrates are shipped FedEx Priority Overnight in insulated cooler boxes with appropriate heat or cold packs as needed.

• Ships Monday through Thursday only

• Orders are shipped as quickly as possible during our live animal shipping days

• Live Animal Shipping is $39.99 on orders containing live fish, corals, or invertebrates

• Shipping is FREE on qualifying live animal orders of $300 or more

• We carefully monitor weather conditions and may delay shipment if temperatures are unsafe to help ensure the safe arrival of your livestock

• Tracking information is emailed as soon as your order ships

Thank you for trusting Infinity and Beyond Aquatics with your next reef addition!