Tiger Pistol Shrimp — Alpheus bellulus
Alpheus bellulus
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 5 cm
- Min Tank
- 80 L
- Lifespan
- 5
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- Carnivore/scavenger — sinking meaty foods
- Temperament
- Peaceful; snaps loudly but harmless
About
The Tiger Pistol Shrimp (Alpheus bellulus) produces a loud snapping sound from its pistol claw to stun prey and communicate. It excavates elaborate burrows and forms a fascinating mutualistic partnership with Watchman Gobies — the goby provides eye-sight as early warning while the shrimp maintains the burrow. A captivating pairing.
Care Guide
Fine, deep sand substrate for burrow excavation. Reef-safe. Keep with a compatible Watchman Goby (Stonogobiops, Cryptocentrus species) for best behaviour display. Feed sinking meaty foods. Will snap audibly — this is normal and harmless to humans (at safe distance).
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