Tropical Reefs

Tiger Snapping Shrimp

Alpheus bellulus

Location: Anilao, Philippines

Scientific Name: Alpheus bellulus

Also known as: Tiger Pistol Shrimp

Category: Snapping Shrimps

Size: Up to 1.5 in. (3.5 cm)

Depth: 6-60 ft. (2-18 m)

Distribution: Indo-West Pacific, Australia