Wild-Strain Hawaiian Shrimp

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  • Long-living shrimp that can thrive for two decades
  • No filter, no heater, and no daily feeding needed
  • The perfect calming gift for home or office spaces
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4.9 · 1,000+ happy keepers

Indigenous to Hawaii

Authentic Halocaridina rubra from Hawaiian brackish island pools

Easy to maintain

Constantly grazes on biofilm; only needs a tiny monthly pinch of food

Self-supporting

A sealed glass ecosystem that naturally sustains itself

Live on arrival

100% healthy guarantee or we’ll resolve it

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Opae Ula mean? Opae Ula mean?

What does Opae Ula mean?

Opae Ula (Halocaridina rubra) are small crimson shrimp native to Hawaii’s brackish anchialine pools and lava tubes. Rarely exceeding half an inch, they’re adapted to extreme changes in salinity and temperature, allowing them to thrive in sealed jar ecosystems where most life cannot.

They graze on biofilm and algae, breed slowly when they feel secure, and have been known to live up to two decades. No filter. No heater. No daily feeding. Just a quiet, living ecosystem you can watch for years.

  • Native to Hawaii and beautifully hardy
  • Simply light, brackish water, and patience are enough
  • Suited for new keepers and busy workspaces
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What’s behind Holi Shrimp?

Trusted by shrimp keepers

100%

Delivered live

Guaranteed healthy or we replace

20yrs

Long-Term Longevity

Long-lived shrimp that stand the test of time

1k+

Satisfied Keepers

Loved across the country

4.9

Overall Rating

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REAL TANKS, REAL PEOPLE

Loved by thousands of keepers

Arrived happy and active

Every shrimp made it and they were grazing within an hour of acclimating. My 25-pack jar is the calmest thing on my desk.

JL

Jordan L.

Verified Buyer

Two years in, still thriving

I barely touch this tank and it just keeps going. Saw my first babies last spring — incredible little ecosystem.

MP

Maya P.

Verified Buyer

Best gift I've given

Got the custom build for my dad’s office. Packaging was perfect and the whole thing looks like a tiny coral world.

DR

Devin R.

Verified Buyer

GOOD TO KNOW

Questions? We have answers

These hardy shrimp are easy to care for. A stable setup and minimal routine maintenance help keep them healthy and thriving.

In a healthy, well-maintained environment, Opae Ula can enjoy a remarkably long lifespan.

It’s generally best to start small and adjust based on the environment you create

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The No-Worry Live Arrival Promise

For years, we’ve delivered live Opae Ula across the country. Each shrimp is carefully conditioned before leaving Hawaii, and we stand behind every order with a replacement guarantee if needed.

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Self-Sustaining
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Hawaiian Native
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Self-Sustaining
Lives 20 Years