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Can a Indigo Dottyback, Captive-Bred Live With a Skunk Cleaner Shrimp?

~ Possible with caution

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 65/100.

Why

  • Known conflict: Dottybacks (Pseudochromis) hunt small ornamental shrimp

It can work if…

  • Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict

Both species at a glance

Indigo Dottyback, Captive-Bred

Pseudochromis fridmani

Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Min tank:
30 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
carnivore

Full Indigo Dottyback, Captive-Bred care guide →

Skunk Cleaner Shrimp

Lysmata amboinensis

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

Full Skunk Cleaner Shrimp care guide →

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