Banded coral shrimp

Stenopus hispidus

Família : Stenopodidae

InvertebradoMarinhoshrimp

The banded coral shrimp is easily recognized by its red and white bands and long claws.

Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante
Bioma
+1
Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Descrição

Stenopus hispidus, the banded coral shrimp, is a marine shrimp species of the family Stenopodidae. It displays a characteristic red and white banded pattern and long claws. It is often seen in pairs, cleaning fish. Unlike Lysmata, it is more robust and can be aggressive towards other shrimp. It requires a well-established aquarium with hiding places.

Habitat

Região :

Coral reefs, caves

Distribuição :

Parâmetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L

Cuidados

Dificuldade
3/5
Dieta
Carnívoro
Aquário mín.
80 L
Grupo mín.
2
Tamanho adulto
8 cm
Esperança de vida
4 anos
Temperamento
Semi-aggressive
Propagação

Notas de cuidados

Salinity 1.023-1.025, temperature 24-28°C. Provide caves and overhangs. Diet: brine shrimp, mysis, small pieces of fish. Can be kept in pairs. Avoid other similarly sized shrimp.

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