| Species | Palaemonetes paludosus, freshwater ghost shrimp |
|---|---|
| Who it is for | Pet stores, independent fish shops and other retail aquatics counters |
| Case pricing | 250 for $223.99 ($0.90), 500 for $448.99 ($0.90), 1000 for $848.99 ($0.85) |
| Shipping | Free expedited shipping on packs of 25 or more |
| Restock cadence | Weekly or biweekly standing orders by quote, once we confirm a schedule we can keep |
| Ship days | Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from New Smyrna Beach, Florida (Wednesday preferred) |
| Guarantee | Live arrival guaranteed |
Why pet stores stock ghost shrimp
Ghost shrimp are a familiar freshwater animal on the aquatics counter. Shoppers buy them as live food for puffers, cichlids, oscars and other predators, and as a low-cost cleanup crew for community tanks. Having a reliable bulk source means your feeder tank and your sale cups stay stocked without last-minute scrambling.
For feeder husbandry and which fish take them, see feeder ghost shrimp, plus the pufferfish and cichlid guides. Cleanup-crew advice for hobbyists is in are ghost shrimp good cleaners.
Case pricing
Listed wholesale pricing is the same as the bulk packs on our wholesale page and in the shop. The 1000 count is the lowest per-shrimp price we list, at $0.85 each.
| Case | Price | Per shrimp | A common use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250 count | $223.99 | $0.90 | Smaller shops or a first restock |
| 500 count | $448.99 | $0.90 | A typical mid-size retail restock |
| 1000 count | $848.99 | $0.85 | Busy feeder counters and multi-store orders |
| Above 1000 | Custom quote within 24 hours | Quoted | High-volume or multi-location shops |
Free expedited shipping is included on every ghost shrimp pack of 25 or more. These figures are the current listed prices. We will not show a different number here.
Restock cadence
A steady cadence beats a huge one-time box that sits too long. Many shops do well with a weekly or biweekly delivery of the count they actually sell. Use a standing order if you want that locked in after a quote.
We ship only Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, with Wednesday preferred. Pick a ship day your staff can meet at the door. We will not promise a weekly number we cannot fill. If supply is tight for a given week, we will tell you before that ship date.
Receiving a live shipment at the shop
Open the box as soon as it arrives. Float each sealed bag for 20 to 30 minutes to match temperature, then net the shrimp into a cycled, aerated retail tank. Never pour the shipping water into your system. Full steps are on our acclimation page.
Keep the retail tank stable, avoid copper treatments, and do not crowd new arrivals. Feed lightly if you are holding shrimp for more than a day. Active, well-cared-for shrimp sell better and make better feeders.
How to request a quote
Open the wholesale request form and include your shop name, contact, state, estimated monthly volume and the count you want to try first. We quote within 24 hours. If you need wholesale terms, ask on the form.
Public aquariums and zoos should use the aquarium and zoo page. Teaching labs should use Palaemonetes paludosus for research.
Frequently asked questions
Do you supply ghost shrimp to pet stores and fish shops?
Yes. Stores use them as feeders and as a small cleanup-crew animal for freshwater tanks. Listed packs start at the 250 count and go up to the 1000 count at $0.85 each. Send the wholesale request form if you want a regular restock. We quote within 24 hours.
What is the case pricing for bulk ghost shrimp?
The live shop prices are 250 for $223.99 ($0.90 each), 500 for $448.99 ($0.90 each) and 1000 for $848.99 ($0.85 each). Free expedited shipping is included on each of those packs. Custom quotes apply above 1000.
How often can a shop restock?
Many shops restock weekly or every other week. We do not promise a fixed weekly volume until we have confirmed a schedule we can keep. If you want a standing cadence, tell us your usual count and we will quote within 24 hours.
Do you ship live ghost shrimp to our store?
Yes. We ship Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from New Smyrna Beach, Florida, to the continental United States, with Wednesday preferred. Have someone at the store to receive the box the day it arrives.
Is live arrival guaranteed for store orders?
Yes. Live arrival guaranteed covers these shipments. See our policies page for claim requirements and coverage.
How do I open a wholesale restock?
Send the wholesale request form with your shop name, city and state, a typical count, and how often you want to reorder. You can also email hello@ghostshrimpco.com. Wholesale terms are available by request.
Sources
- Animal Diversity Web (University of Michigan): Palaemonetes paludosus
- Animal Diversity Web: Tetraodontidae (puffers)
- Animal Diversity Web: Cichlidae
Species notes are general guidance. Institutional buyers should confirm their own receiving, permit and lab requirements. We ship live freshwater ghost shrimp from New Smyrna Beach, Florida, to the continental United States.