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Thought I would share a few pics of the wonderful rifle shrimp that I received from Fishmosy. This is two of the males. You can see that distinctive stripe down their body. In the background basically at the bottom of the root section of the fern is a fresh moult from one of the rifles. The more I have to do with these shrimp the more I become fascinated with them. I think they are right up there as one of my favourite shrimp. This is one of the smaller male rifles. This one is more of a light bluish color and you can see how easily it would blend into its environment. Even though it's obscured there is an adult size rilli directly behind it. The look massive compared to the other shrimp in with them. I think the best picture I have ever taken of a shrimp. Couldn't do it again if I tried. I was actually able to put a tape measure up to measure the size of the rock and the rifle. The rock is approx 90mm and the Rifle is a bit over 5cm.There is a bigger one but it wouldn't co-operate to get a pic. I also noticed the differences in color of the rifle shrimp. Considering their size it is amazing how at times they are very hard to see. They blend into their enviroment very well I don't know why there are such differences in color because I believe they all came from the same area. Perhaps Fishmosy or Bob can shed some light on the reason for this. They vary from a light blue to an aqua blue, green, brown and a light orange.

Welcome to the forum, there are numerous members who will help you with stock and advice if you need it. We have some very knowledgeable people when it comes to shrimp including native shrimp. The boys at Tech Den will definitely look after you and would be more than happy to send you what you need. I believe they have a flat postage rate as well. Make sure you mention that you are a member on this forum and you will receive a discount. Read the notes on their site about ordering and receiving your discount. Look forward to seeing some pics of your set up when you are up and running. Disciple is a great guy and will happily help you, he,s just not allowed to sell you any of the shrimp he is keeping for me......LOL

Your Welcome, Sounds like a good plan. You can still order things from The Tech Den. I buy from them all the time and other forum sponsors. When your tank is cycled pm me I will have some CRS available.