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Stenopus hispidus
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| Coral Banded Shrimp | |
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| Coral Banded Shrimp | |
| Species | Stenopus hispidus |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 94.635 liters 94,635.295 mL 25 US Gallons (94.6L) |
| Size | 10.16 cm
3-4 " (7.6-10.2cm) |
| sg | 1.020 - 1.025 |
| pH | 8.2 - 8.4 |
| Temp. | 296.15 K 73.4 °F 533.07 °R 301.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-12 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
3-5 years |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Coral Banded Shrimp, Red Banded Shrimp, Banded Coral Shrimp, Banded Prawn, Banded Boxer Shrimp, Barber-Pole Shrimp
[edit] Sexing
- Males are smaller and more slender than females.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- Will nibble on corals and not safe with other invertebrates such as small hermit crabs and other shrimp. Do not keep with aggressive fish that may eat shrimp.
[edit] Diet
- A scavenger by nature, prefers meaty foods. Will remove dead tissue, algae and parasites from larger fish. Will even pick at hands that are trying to clean the tank!
[edit] Feeding regime
- As this shrimp is a scavenger, it will need to have various foods on offer at all times or else it may starve. It is also nocturnal and will only really feed at night.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Nocturnal, so needs a cave to hide in during the day.
[edit] Behaviour
- This is a cleaner shrimp so will approach large fish to pick off dead tissue and parasites.
[edit] Identification
- A slender shrimp with very long legs, pincers and antennae. The shrimp is banded down its body and legs with white and red/brown, which makes it a striking addition to any saltwater tank.
[edit] Pictures
 Coral Banded Shrimp |
 Coral Banded Shrimp |
 Coral Banded Shrimp |
