Bullseye Pistol Shrimp, Spot Snapping Shrimp

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Bullseye Pistol Shrimp

Scientific Name

Alpheus soror

Reef Compatible

Yes

Care Level

Beginner

Disposition

Peaceful

Minimum Tank Size

24 gallons

Mature Size

2 inches

Placement in tank

Sand

Diet

Omnivore

Range

Indo-Pacific

Size Class

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Other Common Names

Spot Snapping Shrimp, Michael's Pistol Shrimp

Description

The Bullseye Pistol Shrimp is distinguished by a spot on each side of its body and purple claws with yellow tips. The most fascinating thing about this animal is the symbiotic relationship it shares with watchman/shrimp gobies. Their name comes from the loud cracking noise made by their large claw.

Diet

Some prefer live foods like small snails while others will eat small meaty bits of food.