Common Name: Lagoon Mantis Shrimp
Species Name: Haptosquilla pulchella
Range: Western Pacific Ocean
Natural Environment: Inhabits reef rubble areas
General Husbandry: Has a temperature range of 72 to 83°F (22 - 28°C). Looks quite similar in shape as other species in this family. Rarely ever shows up in the trade, as it's not purposely collected. May arrive on live rock or in holes in stony corals. Will eat anything it can catch.
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