Skunk Shrimp

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Scientific Name Lysmata amboinensis

Common Names Skunk Shrimp, Cleaner Shrimp, White-Banded Cleaner Shrimp

Care Level Easy

Size Up to 2-3  inches

pH 8.1 - 8.4

Temperature 75°F - 82°F (25°C - 28°C)

Specific Gravity 1.023 - 1.025

Carbonate Hardness (dKH) 8 - 12°

Minimum Tank size 5 gallons

Origin / Habitat Indonesia, Sri Lanka

Reef safe Yes

Temperament / Behavior Will hang around on reefs and is better in groups 2 or more.

Tank Size 5 gallon minimum

Compatible Tank Mates Many fish will not bother with them put caution is advised with a Hawkfish as they will eat them

Diet / Fish Food It feeds on ectoparasites or dead tissue that it picks from the body and oral cavities/gills of many fish.  It will also consume meaty foods.

Tank Region All over

Gender Unknown

General Information A wonderful addition to any tank and also very helpful at keeping fish from contracting diseases and infections as you will see the shrimp hanging on the fish as they clean.