The Tiger Pistol Shrimp (Alpheus bellulus) is famous for its sonic snapping claw and its symbiotic partnership with watchman or yasha gobies. Reef-safe and endlessly entertaining as it bulldozes the sand bed.

  • Min tank: 20 gallons with sand bed
  • Diet: Omnivore — pellets, mysis, scavenged scraps
  • Reef safe: Yes
  • Difficulty: Easy