The Cleaner Shrimp acts as a medic in your saltwater aquarium. It eagerly awaits fish to come for cleaning of ectoparasites or dead tissue, often followed by an inside-of-the-mouth cleaning. Its popularity can be attributed to its peaceful nature, the two bright red stripes outlining the single white stripe running down its back, and its preference for live rock or coral outcroppings. To keep it safe, the Cleaner Shrimp needs peaceful tankmates, as well as no copper-based medications, high nitrate levels, or fluctuating water parameters. Once acclimated to your system, feed it freeze-dried, frozen, and flake foods. Also known as the Indo-Pacific White-Banded Cleaner Shrimp, White-Striped Cleaner Shrimp, Skunk Cleaner Shrimp, or Scarlet Cleaner Shrimp.
- Care Level: Easy
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Reef Compatible: Yes
- Water Conditions: 72-78°F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025 -Max. Size: 2″
- Color Form: Red, White
- Diet: Carnivore
- Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Iodine, Trace Elements
- Origin: Africa, Indonesia, Sri Lanka
- Family: Hippolytidae
Purchase Size: approx 2-3″
* For online orders of marine livestock, please allow a slightly longer delivery time to account for handling during shipment and quarantine processes. This may range from 1-3 weeks, but it will ensure the health and well-being of your new addition.
* All Livestock is for Sale in Singapore only and and Not Available for overseas export.