{"product_id":"aquavitro-shrimp-tall-hut-ceramic-shrimp-shelter","title":"Aquavitro Shrimp Tall Hut | Tall Ceramic Shrimp Shelter, Molting \u0026 Breeding Hide","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Tall Hut\u003c\/strong\u003e by Seachem is a taller ceramic refuge designed for dwarf shrimp colonies and small fish. The vertical chamber with multiple side openings gives shrimp room to stack inside while they molt or brood, and the porous ceramic naturally cultures the biofilm and fine algae that shrimp graze on for ongoing nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with 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\u003eVertical refuge\u003c\/strong\u003e — the taller chamber gives shrimp “stacking room,” ideal for high-density colonies.\u003c\/li\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\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 upright in the tank where shrimp gather (near food, plants, or sponge filter intake).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with the Small Hut for varied refuge sizes, or cluster multiple Tall Huts 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;\"\u003e07077\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eTall (taller \/ vertical version of the Small Hut)\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\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;\"\u003e000116070775\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\/aquavitro-shrimp-small-hut-ceramic-shrimp-shelter\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Small Hut\u003c\/a\u003e — the shorter sibling for mixed-height refuge layouts.\u003c\/li\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\/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\u003eWhat is the difference between the Small Hut and the Tall Hut?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Small Hut is a low, wide refuge ideal for a wider footprint; the Tall Hut is taller, giving shrimp more vertical hiding space and stacking room. Many keepers use both side-by-side.\u003c\/p\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 — reef-safe inverts will also use it, and the ceramic will not leach anything into the water.\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":48335587115227,"sku":"07077","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_365a16db-f76d-4c50-9aa9-1b2708ca5923.png?v=1773083674","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-tall-hut-ceramic-shrimp-shelter","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}