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Can a Bennett's Sharpnose Puffer Live With a Blood Red Fire Shrimp?

~ Possible with caution

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 54/100.

Why

  • Known conflict: Toby/sharpnose puffers (Canthigaster) nip ornamental shrimp, snails and crabs

It can work if…

  • Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict

Both species at a glance

Bennett's Sharpnose Puffer

Canthigaster bennetti

Aggression:
peaceful
Min tank:
10 gallons
Reef safe:
caution
Diet:
omnivore

Full Bennett's Sharpnose Puffer care guide →

Blood Red Fire Shrimp

Lysmata debelius

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

Full Blood Red Fire Shrimp care guide →

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