Can a Banded Coral Shrimp Live With a Banded Coral Shrimp, Yellow?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 55/100.
Why
- Known conflict: Coral banded shrimp (Stenopus) fight to the death unless a bonded male/female pair
It can work if…
- Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict
Both species at a glance
Banded Coral Shrimp
Stenopus hispidus
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 20 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- carnivore
Banded Coral Shrimp, Yellow
Stenopus cyanoscelis
- Aggression:
- peaceful
- Min tank:
- 30 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- carnivore