{"product_id":"aquavitro-shrimp-small-hut-ceramic-shrimp-shelter","title":"Aquavitro Shrimp Small Hut | Ceramic Shrimp Shelter, Molting \u0026 Breeding Hide","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Small Hut\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdd it to your shrimp tank alongside our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/freshwater-invertebrates\"\u003eFreshwater Invertebrates\u003c\/a\u003e, browse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/a\u003e setup essentials, or shop our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\"\u003eFish \u0026amp; Invert Food\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eWhy Shrimp Keepers Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces stress\u003c\/strong\u003e — shrimp instinctively seek tight, dark hides when molting or carrying eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreases survival rate\u003c\/strong\u003e for newly hatched shrimplets that need refuge from larger tankmates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiofilm magnet\u003c\/strong\u003e — porous ceramic cultures the micro-foods shrimp graze on continuously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-hole design\u003c\/strong\u003e — several entries \/ exits so dominant shrimp can\\u2019t monopolize the hide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh or saltwater safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — inert ceramic that will not affect water chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits planted nano tanks, breeder boxes, and shrimp racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the hut under fresh tap water before use — do not use soap or detergent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace in the tank where shrimp gather (near food, plants, or sponge filter intake).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCluster multiple huts to create a shrimp “city” for larger colonies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave undisturbed so biofilm can establish on the ceramic surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAquavitro (by Seachem)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e07076\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eInert porous ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e~5.75 × 3.3 × 5 cm (2” L × 1.5” W × 2.25” H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eDwarf shrimp (Neocaridina, Caridina), small fish, fry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater \u0026amp; Saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e000116070768\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003ePair It With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/assorted-dwarf-neocaridina-shrimp\"\u003eAssorted Dwarf Neocaridina Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e — our easiest beginner shrimp colony starter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-diamond-shrimp-neocaridina-davidi-freshwater\"\u003eBlue Diamond Shrimp (Grade A)\u003c\/a\u003e — deep-blue Neocaridina for show tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/yellow-fire-shrimp-neocaridina-davidi-freshwater\"\u003eYellow Fire Shrimp (Grade A)\u003c\/a\u003e — bright yellow color form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/katsaquatics-shrimpsicles-freeze-dried-shrimp-treat\"\u003eKatsAquatics Shrimpsicles\u003c\/a\u003e — high-protein food stick for shrimp colonies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hikari-dark-rock-cave-aquarium-hide-bettas-shrimp-plecos\"\u003eHikari Dark Rock Cave\u003c\/a\u003e — larger natural-look hide for mixed tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it affect my water parameters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — it is inert ceramic and will not change pH, hardness, or TDS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne per ~10 adult shrimp is a good starting density. Add more huts as the colony grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in a saltwater tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — inverts like sexy shrimp or peppermint shrimp will also use it, and the ceramic is reef-safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry not to. The biofilm that builds up on the surface is exactly what your shrimp eat. Only rinse if it becomes clogged with detritus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Squeaky's Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48335587672283,"sku":"07076","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_c8ae7e61-9042-4f0e-8a4b-1ac34f5a312d.png?v=1773083807","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-small-hut-ceramic-shrimp-shelter","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}