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Spectacular Harlequin
Shrimp
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Invertebrate |
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Family/Genus/Species:
Gnathophyllidae/Hymenocera/elegans |
Origin:
Africa & Indian Ocean |
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Feeding:
Omnivore |
Lighting:
Moderate |
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Water Flow:
Medium. |
Ease
of Care:
Intermediate |
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Special Requirements and Information:
Is there
anything cooler looking than a pair of Harlequin
Shrimp running around your tank? Unless you're a
starfish (especially Linckia) or an occasional
Urchin, probably not.
Since they molt - they need to have controlled iodine levels and do
not tolerate high levels of nitrate or copper.
Because of their particular diet they need to be
in a tank where the owner is sure to kept them
supplied with starfish especially Linckia and
Common Stars.
Lastly: they are not very large. An inch and a half is a good
adult size, but should not be kept in a small
tank because of their sensitivity to water
conditions. You should also screen your pumps or
overflows.
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Pacific
Aqua Farms • 5450 W. 104th St., Los Angeles, CA •
310.215.3474
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