Periclimenes brevicarpalis

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General Description

The Glass Anemone Shrimp, also known as the White-patched Anemone Shrimp or Pacific Clown Anemone Shrimp, is a species first described in 1902. Its transparent body features white spots irregularly spread over its carapace and tail, aiding in camouflage within the tentacles of its host anemone. Additionally, distinct black-edged orange spots adorn its caudal fin.

Aquarium Suitability

This shrimp is easy to care for and is best suited for tanks with anemones or sea cucumbers that can serve as hosts. It typically remains near its host for protection but may forage for food if larger fish aren't present.

Demands

The Glass Anemone Shrimp has low care demands, making it suitable for beginner aquarists. It thrives in peaceful tank environments alongside suitable hosts.

Care and Hardiness

Being an omnivore, this shrimp will consume most meat or fish-based diets in an aquarium setting. Supplementing its diet with calcium, magnesium, iodine, and trace elements promotes its overall health.

Reef Suitability

Reef-compatible, the Glass Anemone Shrimp can be housed in reef aquariums without a concern for coral health.

Aquarium Setup

Tank conditions ideal for this species include a controlled pH range of 8.1-8.4, a specific gravity of 1.023-1.025, and a carbonate hardness level between 8-12.

Behaviour

This shrimp exhibits a peaceful temperament, staying close to its host for protection. Males usually have more white spots and are larger compared to females when multiple individuals are present in the aquarium.

Feeding and Diet

Feeding the Glass Anemone Shrimp a varied diet consisting of meat or fish-based foods ensures its overall well-being in captivity.

Dimorphism

In captivity, males of this species typically exhibit more white spots and larger sizes compared to females, allowing for easy visual identification.

Habitat and Distribution

The Glass Anemone Shrimp, scientifically known as Periclimenes brevicarpalis, is commonly found within the Indo-Pacific region, often inhabiting the tentacles of anemones or sea cucumbers.