Coral Banded Shrimp, Banded Coral Shrimp

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Coral Banded Shrimp

Scientific Name

Stenopus hispidus

Reef Compatible

Yes

Care Level

Beginner

Disposition

Peaceful

Minimum Tank Size

30 gallons

Mature Size

3 inches

Placement in tank

Any

Diet

Carnivore

Range

Indo-Pacific

Size Class

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Other Common Names

Banded Coral Shrimp, Banded Cleaner Shrimp, Banded Boxing Shrimp

Description

This tough and hardy critter is frequently seen cleaning parasites off of fish but is also capable of eating them as it grows larger. It is best known for wiping out complete populations of bristle worms. It will likely attack other shrimps and crustaceans; including snails.

These animals are known to loose their claws or legs during normal shipping practices. They will usually grow back after the next molt.

Diet

Will eat meaty bits of fish or crustacean and will scavenge whatever it can find. Failure to occasionally target feed this animal will force it to hunt tankmates.