Red Boxing Shrimp Stenopus Hispidus

Red Boxing Shrimp Stenopus HispidusRed Boxing Shrimp (Stenopus hispidus) Overview: The Red Boxing Shrimp, also known as the Banded Coral Shrimp, is a striking reef shrimp with vivid red and white banding and long, elegant claws. It is well known for its cleaning behavior, often establishing cleaning stations on reefs to remove parasites from fish. Origin: Native to the Indo Pacific and Atlantic, commonly found on coral reefs and rocky substrates. Feeding: Omnivorous. Feeds on detritus,

Red Boxing Shrimp (Stenopus hispidus)

Overview:
The Red Boxing Shrimp, also known as the Banded Coral Shrimp, is a striking reef shrimp with vivid red and white banding and long, elegant claws. It is well-known for its cleaning behavior, often establishing cleaning stations on reefs to remove parasites from fish.

Origin:
Native to the Indo-Pacific and Atlantic, commonly found on coral reefs and rocky substrates.

Feeding:
Omnivorous. Feeds on detritus, parasites, and leftover foods. In captivity, accepts finely chopped seafood, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and high-quality prepared foods.

Tank Mates:
Peaceful and reef-safe. Compatible with fish and invertebrates. Its cleaning behavior benefits tank mates rather than causing stress.

Aggression:
Generally peaceful but may display territorial behavior toward other shrimp of the same species.

Experience Level:
Beginner to intermediate. Hardy and adaptable, suitable for established reef tanks with plenty of crevices or hiding spots.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 72–78°F (22–25.5°C)
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Salinity: 1.023–1.025
• dKH: 8–12