Can a Tiger Pistol Shrimp Live With a Yellow Tang?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 77/100.
Why
- Reef concerns — Tiger Pistol Shrimp is not invert-safe
- Fully compatible — Yellow Tang is a good fit for this tank
Both species at a glance
Tiger Pistol Shrimp
Alpheus bellulus
- Aggression:
- peaceful
- Min tank:
- 30 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- carnivore
Yellow Tang
Zebrasoma flavescens
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 75 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- herbivore