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Known for their ability to clean both glass and live rock, these hardy and efficient snails help keep your aquarium free from nuisance algae while maintaining excellent water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Trochus is reef-safe, active, and long-lived. They are capable of righting themselves if flipped over—a major advantage over other species. 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Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful, reef-safe, and compatible with most invertebrates and fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstantly active, grazing on biofilm, diatoms, and algae on surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer strong oxygenation and stable salinity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not expose to air during acclimation; always keep submerged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcclimate slowly using the drip method to prevent shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped in temperature-controlled packaging (Mon–Wed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive Arrival Support included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsibly collected and fully reef-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-leg-hermit-crab\"\u003eBlue-Leg Hermit Crabs\u003c\/a\u003e — excellent rock grazers that complement snails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/astraea-snails\"\u003eAstraea Snails\u003c\/a\u003e — film algae specialists for glass and equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nassarius-snails\"\u003eNassarius Snails\u003c\/a\u003e — sand stirrers and detritus processors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/emerald-mithrax-crabs\"\u003eEmerald Mithrax Crab\u003c\/a\u003e — bubble algae control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom reefers, for reefers — The Francois Neo Way.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTags:\u003c\/strong\u003e trochus snail, reef clean up crew, algae cleaner, reef tank maintenance, saltwater snail, aquarium partners, François Neo, reef kit, nano reef, AIO reef.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FrancoisNeo","offers":[{"title":"5-Pack","offer_id":47505073701087,"sku":"TRO-5","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10-Pack","offer_id":47505073733855,"sku":"TRO-10","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30-Pack","offer_id":47505073766623,"sku":"TRO-30","price":79.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50-Pack","offer_id":47505073799391,"sku":"TRO-50","price":124.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0326\/5247\/files\/product_francois_neo.com.zip_-_5.jpg?v=1760821983"},{"product_id":"nassarius-snails","title":"nassarius-snails | Francois Neo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNassarius Snail (\u003cem\u003eNassarius vibex\u003c\/em\u003e) — Sand Stirrer and Detritus Cleaner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0faf7; border:1px solid #b8e0d2; padding:10px; border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eBundle Offer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buy \u003cstrong\u003e2 or more packs\u003c\/strong\u003e of Clean-Up Crew members and get \u003cstrong\u003e10% off automatically.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cem\u003eDiscount applied at checkout — no code needed.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNassarius Snail\u003c\/strong\u003e is a must-have member of any healthy reef Clean-Up Crew (CUC). \nKnown as the “sand sifter,” it lives buried beneath the substrate and emerges when food is detected — making it one of the most efficient detritus eaters in the reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmall, hardy, and highly active, Nassarius Snails consume leftover food, fish waste, and decaying organics before they can pollute your system. Their movement keeps the sand bed oxygenated and prevents harmful gas pockets from forming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Nassarius Snails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural sand cleaners that aerate and refresh the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsume leftover food and organic waste before decomposition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReef-safe, peaceful, and compatible with all invertebrates and fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKnown as “zombie snails” — they emerge from the sand when food hits the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerfect complement to hermits and algae grazers for a balanced ecosystem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Options Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for nano reefs (5–10 gallons)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for 10–20 gallon AIO systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced CUC size for 25–40 gallon reefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended for 50–75 gallon systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulk pack for larger displays or professional setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrançois’ Rule:\u003c\/em\u003e One Nassarius Snail per gallon keeps the sand clean and prevents organic buildup naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBurrows under sand and emerges at feeding time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtremely peaceful and reef-safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEssential for maintaining healthy, oxygenated substrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcclimate slowly using the drip method to prevent stress or shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeed occasionally with small meaty foods if detritus is limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShipped in temperature-controlled packaging (Mon–Wed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLive Arrival Support included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResponsibly collected and fully reef-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-leg-hermit-crab\"\u003eBlue-Leg Hermit Crabs\u003c\/a\u003e — rock and corner cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/astraea-snails\"\u003eAstraea Snails\u003c\/a\u003e — film algae grazers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/trochus-snails\"\u003eTrochus Snails\u003c\/a\u003e — glass and rock cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/emerald-mithrax-crabs\"\u003eEmerald Mithrax Crab\u003c\/a\u003e — bubble algae control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom reefers, for reefers — The François Neo Way.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTags:\u003c\/strong\u003e nassarius snail, reef clean up crew, sand sifter, detritus eater, reef tank maintenance, saltwater snail, aquarium partners, François Neo, reef kit, nano reef, AIO reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"FrancoisNeo","offers":[{"title":"5-Pack","offer_id":47505224401119,"sku":"NAS-5","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10-Pack","offer_id":47505224433887,"sku":"NAS-10","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30-Pack","offer_id":47505224466655,"sku":"NAS-30","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0326\/5247\/files\/product_francois_neo.com.zip_-_4.jpg?v=1760821983"},{"product_id":"emerald-mithrax-crab","title":"Emerald Crab (Mithraculus sculptus) | Francois Neo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEmerald Mithrax Crab (\u003cem\u003eMithraculus sculptus\u003c\/em\u003e) — Bubble Algae Control \u0026amp; Reef Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f0faf7; border: 1px solid #b8e0d2; padding: 10px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBundle Offer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buy \u003cstrong\u003e2 or more packs\u003c\/strong\u003e of Clean-Up Crew members and get \u003cstrong\u003e10% off automatically.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscount applied at checkout — no code needed.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmerald  Crab\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most trusted natural algae controllers in the reef hobby. Famous for consuming \u003cstrong\u003eValonia (bubble algae)\u003c\/strong\u003e and leftover organics, this small green crab is an essential member of any Clean-Up Crew (CUC) focused on long-term balance and low-maintenance reef keeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-selected and reef-safe, Emerald Crabs are active grazers that work primarily at night, patrolling rocks and crevices to clean detritus and nuisance algae. They pair perfectly with Blue-Leg Hermits and Snails for complete system maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Emerald Crabs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural control for bubble algae, film algae, and organic buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef-safe when well-fed; peaceful and beneficial in mixed reefs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent scavengers — clean up leftover food and detritus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive mostly at night, providing continuous cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with most snails, hermits, and small fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePack Options Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal starter set for nano or small reefs (up to 20 gallons)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for 20–50 gallon mixed reefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for 75–100 gallon or multi-tank systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrançois’ Rule:\u003c\/em\u003e One Emerald Crab per 15–20 gallons ensures natural algae control without overstocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNocturnal and shy — often hide during the day and clean at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed occasionally with seaweed, pellets, or meaty foods if algae is scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide stable rock structures to explore and graze on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways drip acclimate slowly before introducing to your aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid housing multiple large males in very small systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped in temperature-controlled packaging (Mon–Wed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive Arrival Support included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsibly collected and fully reef-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-leg-hermit-crab\"\u003eBlue-Leg Hermit Crabs\u003c\/a\u003e — active grazers for rock and sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/astraea-snails\"\u003eAstraea Snails\u003c\/a\u003e — glass and surface cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/trochus-snails\"\u003eTrochus Snails\u003c\/a\u003e — rock and overflow cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nassarius-snails\"\u003eNassarius Snails\u003c\/a\u003e — detritus and sand cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom reefers, for reefers — The François Neo Way.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTags:\u003c\/strong\u003e emerald crab, mithraculus sculptus, reef clean up crew, bubble algae control, reef tank maintenance, aquarium partners, François Neo, reef kit, nano reef, AIO reef.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FrancoisNeo","offers":[{"title":"2 crab","offer_id":47505230004447,"sku":"Crab-2","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 crab","offer_id":47505230037215,"sku":"Crab-5","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 crab","offer_id":47505230069983,"sku":"Crab-10","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0326\/5247\/files\/emerald_crab.jpg?v=1760922830"},{"product_id":"pink-urchin-reef-aquarium","title":"Pink Urchin – Reef Aquarium Algae Grazer","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePink Urchin – Natural Algae Control for Reef Aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful and hardworking addition to your reef clean-up crew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pink Urchin \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003es a colorful marine invertebrate that combines natural algae grazing with a distinctive appearance. Its pink to purple coloration makes it an attractive addition to established saltwater aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs it moves across live rock and hard surfaces, this sea urchin grazes on algae and biofilm, helping support a cleaner reef environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural algae grazer for marine aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive pink and purple coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps control certain types of algae on live rock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent addition to a diverse clean-up crew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinuously explores and grazes aquarium surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds biodiversity to established reef systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Herbivore \/ Algae Grazer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saltwater \/ Reef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally reef compatible, with precautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Salinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.024–1.026 SG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75–79°F (24–26°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended pH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePink Urchins naturally graze on algae growing across aquarium rockwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn aquariums with limited natural algae growth, supplemental feeding with marine algae or nori may be necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid introducing an urchin into a system that cannot provide adequate food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSea urchins are generally peaceful grazers, but their movement can dislodge unsecured coral frags, small rocks, or decorations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake sure coral frags and aquascaping structures are firmly secured before introducing an urchin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcclimation Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSea urchins are sensitive to sudden changes in salinity and water chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCareful acclimation is essential. Avoid exposing the animal to air unnecessarily, and introduce it only into a mature, stable marine aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrancois Neo – AquariumPartner Insight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSea urchins are among my favorite additions to a well-balanced reef clean-up crew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey can reach algae-covered areas that are difficult to clean manually and provide continuous grazing activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, every reef aquarium is different. 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True Peppermint Shrimp may also consume small Aiptasia anemones, although individual feeding behavior can vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific name: Lysmata wurdemanni\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon name: Peppermint Shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament: Peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef safe: Generally yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare level: Easy to moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult size: Approximately 2 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum aquarium size: 10 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet: Omnivore \/ scavenger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater temperature: 75–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity: 1.023–1.026 specific gravity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended pH: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeppermint Shrimp prefer established marine aquariums with stable water parameters and plenty of rockwork where they can shelter during the day and after molting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike most marine invertebrates, they are sensitive to rapid changes in salinity and water chemistry. Careful acclimation is recommended when introducing them to the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper-based medications should never be used in an aquarium containing shrimp or other marine invertebrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeppermint Shrimp are opportunistic omnivores and scavengers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey may consume:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeftover fish food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall pieces of marine 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