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Fire Shrimp

Fire Shrimp

Latin Name Lysmata debelius
Common Name Fire Shrimp
Also known as Blood Shrimp
Fast Facts PLEASE NOTE
This is a restricted species and is not covered by our live arrival guarantee.


Hardy once established, The Fire Shrimp is an initially shy species that can do well once established. Like all shrimps it requires careful acclimation. Sensitive to changes in specific gravity and pH, always acclimate slowly. Imported primarily from Sri Lanka, the Fire Shrimp is not quite as readily available as the Cleaner Shrimp. Although it is not an active cleaner like the Cleaner Shrimp, the Fire Shrimp is does perform some cleaning duties. Like all shrimps, they require careful acclimation. Sensitive to changes in specific gravity and pH, always acclimate slowly.
Sizes Around .5"-1"
Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult) Suitability ratingSuitability ratingSuitability ratingSuitability rating
Related Inverts Cleaner Shrimp, Peppermint Shrimp, Peppermint Shrimp Quantity 6, More Shrimps 
Availability Frequently, available, never plentiful
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Fire Shrimp

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Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice.  Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided.  Sizes stated are approximate.

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