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Can a Banded Coral Shrimp, Yellow Live With a Peppermint Shrimp?

~ Possible with caution

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 67/100.

Why

  • Known conflict: Coral banded shrimp (Stenopus) attack other shrimp and small inverts

It can work if…

  • Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict

Both species at a glance

Banded Coral Shrimp, Yellow

Stenopus cyanoscelis

Aggression:
peaceful
Min tank:
30 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
carnivore

Full Banded Coral Shrimp, Yellow care guide →

Peppermint Shrimp

Lysmata Wurdemanni

Aggression:
peaceful
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
omnivore

Full Peppermint Shrimp care guide →

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