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Red Lobster
General information This is a species of crayfish native to the Southeastern United States but many of specimens are tank-raised. Though often seen as a delicacy, it makes a great addition to the home aquarium. This species of crawfish is fairly hardy and is easy to keep in captivity within the proper parameters. Red Lobster…
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Halloween Hermit Crab
General information The Halloween Hermit Crab, with its vibrant orange and red banding, stands out as a member of your aquarium cleanup crew. Originating from the Hawaiian Islands, the Halloween Hermit Crab boasts attractive color variegation and is a beautiful accent to the aquarium. It is considered to be the most brightly-colored hermit crab. It…
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Emerald Crab
General information The Emerald Crab is known for its scavenging ability. It will enthusiastically feed on uneaten meaty foods and many types of nuisance algae. Its distinct, flat shiny green body and hairy legs easily identify the Emerald Crab. It grows up to about 4 cm (1.6 in). Native to the reefs of the Caribbean,…
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Assassin Snail
General information Control runaway snail populations with hired assassins! The Assassin Snail, or Snail Eating Snail, is a small, easy-to-keep freshwater invert completely harmless toward fish and shrimps, but quite effective in reducing nuisance snail explosions. Assassin snail is often called killer snail or bumblebee snail as well. However, its scientific name is Clea Helena…
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Albino Mystery Snail
General information Albino Mystery Snails are the albino coloration of the mystery snail. These large and striking snails are great for adding some color to your aquarium, but they also serve some very useful purposes. They clean algae off of glass, plants, and decorations, they eat hair algae, and they keep your substrate clean and the…
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Red Brittle Sea Star
General information The Red Brittle Sea Star is common throughout the Caribbean and has a very small red central disc, which may have variable patterns. The long spiny red arms are fringed with white spines, and have a white pattern. It is nocturnal and often hides under
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Scarlet Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
General information Also known as Red Skunk Cleaner Shrimp, Indo-Pacific White-Banded Cleaner Shrimp or Indo-Pacific Striped Cleaner Shrimp and can be easily identified by the single white stripe down the back from head to tail, and flanked by two red stripes that terminate at its posterior region. Apart from it, the remaining body is orange in…
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Singapore Flower Shrimp
General information The Singapore Flower Shrimp or as it is also commonly known as the Asian Fan Shrimp or Bamboo Shrimp originates from fast-moving rivers and streams within Southeast Asia. They are interesting shrimp that are able to change colors very rapidly. Their coloration will range from tan to dark brown, and at times, even…
