The Glass Shrimp is recognisable as a transparent shrimp with oblique red lines on the carapace, and flecks of red over the abdomen. The second pair of legs are long and have an obvious red collar on the claws. This species can be found sheltering in large numbers in cracks between rocks on coastal reefs.
In the wild, the Rockpool Shrimp feeds on parasites, dead tissue removed from fish, and other tiny organisms. In the home aquarium, it will accept most flaked and frozen foods, plankton, and meaty items. These shrimp are also effective bristleworm hunters in the reef aquarium, helping to keep the population of these pests under control.
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Colour Form: Transparent, Red
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 23-26° C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Max. Size: 6cm
Family: Stenopodidae
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Iodine, Trace ElementsPalaemonidae
