Scientific Name | Alpheus spp. | |
Reef Compatible | Yes | |
Care Level | Beginner | |
Disposition | Peaceful | |
Minimum Tank Size | 24 gallons | |
Mature Size | 2 inches | |
Placement in tank | Sand | |
Diet | Carnivore | |
Range | Indo-Pacific |
Description |
The Candy Stripe Pistol Shrimp is one of the brightest of the pistol shrimps. The most fascinating thing about this animal is the symbiotic relationship it shares with watchman/shrimp gobies. Their name comes from the loud cracking noise made by their large claw. |
Diet |
Some prefer live foods like small snails while others will eat small meaty bits of food. |