General information The Banded Coral Shrimp, also known as the Banded Cleaner Shrimp, is a well-known inhabitant of tropical coral reefs. The coral banded shrimp is a shrimp-like decapod, but not a true shrimp. It is a member of the family, Stenopodidae and the genus, Stenopus. The scientific name of this decapod crustacean is Stenopus hispidus. It is also…
General information The Peppermint Shrimp is best known for its natural ability to manage nuisance Aiptasia, or glass anemones. Keep in mind that some individual Peppermint Shrimp are better at managing aiptasia while others may not be interested in aiptasia at all. Though considered part of the cleaner grouping of shrimp, Lysmata wurdemanni is more…
General information The Red Flame Scallop has a bright red mantel with red or white tentacles. The shell of the various Flame Scallops is covered with fine bumps, making it feel like a file. The Red Flame Scallop builds a small nest of small rocks and pieces of coral in which it embeds itself. In…
General information The Chocolate Chip Sea Star is a highly-recognizable ornamental sea star that boasts instant appeal. It is not difficult to imagine the dark chocolate brown tubercles (protrusions) that dot the surface of the sea star as chocolate chips on top of a tasty cookie. While it may seem odd to consider a sea…
General information The Red Cherry Shrimp is a freshwater invertebrate and a popular species among aquarists due to its bright red coloration and ease of care. They are relatively small, typically growing up to 1-1.5 inches in length, and can live for up to 1-2 years. These shrimp are peaceful and active, making them a…
General information The Hard Tube Coco Worm is either orange, pink, red, white, or yellow in color and its radioles are banded. It can grow up to 7 inches. The “crowns” of this worm is bilobed in young and spiraled in adults. The worm’s body is protected by a calcareous tube that is 1/2 inch…
General information The Blood Red Fire Shrimp is one of the most popular shrimp in the aquarium hobby. It has a blood-red body with white spots and long white antennae. Depending on which region of the Indo-Pacific from which it originates, it may have the white dots just on its carapace or covering its entire…
General information White-legged hermit crabs are active dwellers of the aquarium. They help maintain the aquariums clean by preventing waste build up. These species acquire a peaceful temperament. They are reef safe and do not pose any threat to their neighbors. Water temperature should be maintained between 72 to 78 degrees Fahrenheit. The proper pH…
General information This Feather Duster has a fan-shaped crown also known as radiole. It is tan or orange in color with bands. It can grow up to 7 inches in diameter. It is easy to maintain in the aquarium and it is reef-safe.
General information The Arrow Crab has extremely long legs. It is called the Arrow Crab because of the shape of the body and head. The size is variable, many reaching six inches, and some up to 10 inches. Females may be dramatically smaller. Different species inhabit different parts of the world. They normally inhabit portions…