Aquavitro Shrimp Small Hut | Ceramic Shrimp Shelter, Molting & Breeding Hide

The Aquavitro Shrimp Small Hut by Seachem is a ceramic refuge that gives Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp a safe place to molt, rest, and brood. Multi-entry holes let shrimp duck in to avoid stress and predation, and the porous ceramic surface naturally grows the biofilm and fine algae shrimp graze on — the same micro-foods that keep colonies healthy and breeding.

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Why Shrimp Keepers Love It

• Reduces stress — shrimp instinctively seek tight, dark hides when molting or carrying eggs.
• Increases survival rate for newly hatched shrimplets that need refuge from larger tankmates.
• Biofilm magnet — porous ceramic cultures the micro-foods shrimp graze on continuously.
• Multi-hole design — several entries / exits so dominant shrimp can\u2019t monopolize the hide.
• Fresh or saltwater safe — inert ceramic that will not affect water chemistry.
• Small footprint — fits planted nano tanks, breeder boxes, and shrimp racks.

Setup & Use

1. Rinse the hut under fresh tap water before use — do not use soap or detergent.
2. Place in the tank where shrimp gather (near food, plants, or sponge filter intake).
3. Cluster multiple huts to create a shrimp “city” for larger colonies.
4. Leave undisturbed so biofilm can establish on the ceramic surface.

Specifications

Pair It With

• Assorted Dwarf Neocaridina Shrimp — our easiest beginner shrimp colony starter.
• Blue Diamond Shrimp (Grade A) — deep-blue Neocaridina for show tanks.
• Yellow Fire Shrimp (Grade A) — bright yellow color form.
• KatsAquatics Shrimpsicles — high-protein food stick for shrimp colonies.
• Hikari Dark Rock Cave — larger natural-look hide for mixed tanks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will it affect my water parameters?
No — it is inert ceramic and will not change pH, hardness, or TDS.

How many do I need?
One per ~10 adult shrimp is a good starting density. Add more huts as the colony grows.

Can I use it in a saltwater tank?
Yes — inverts like sexy shrimp or peppermint shrimp will also use it, and the ceramic is reef-safe.

Do I need to clean it?
Try not to. The biofilm that builds up on the surface is exactly what your shrimp eat. Only rinse if it becomes clogged with detritus.