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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.

Live Animal Shipping Information

Shipment may be delayed if temperatures are unsafe for livestock.