Bamboo shrimp
Atyopsis moluccensis
Familie : Atyidae
Peaceful filter-feeding shrimp with long fan-like legs, ideal for planted tanks with current.
Beschreibung
Bamboo shrimp is a filter-feeding species that uses its fan-like front legs to capture suspended particles. It can reach 8 cm. Coloration varies from brown to reddish with a light dorsal stripe. It is very peaceful and social. It requires moderate current to feed. It molts regularly. It is a hardy species but sensitive to water quality.
Lebensraum
Region :
Moderate to fast-flowing rivers
Verbreitung :
Empfohlene Parameter
Pflege
Pflegehinweise
Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-10, KH 3-8. Moderate current essential. Feed with micro-particles, spirulina powder, filter-feeder food. Minimum tank 60L. Group of 3+ recommended. Compatible with peaceful fish. Avoid predators. Sensitive to copper.