Species Profile
Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
A peaceful invertebrate that establishes cleaning stations and removes parasites from fish.
The Skunk Cleaner Shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis) is a must-have invertebrate for any reef. It establishes cleaning stations and removes parasites and dead tissue from fish — visible behavior that demonstrates real reef symbiosis.
Care requirements
- Min tank: 20 gallons
- Diet: Omnivore — mysis, pellets, scavenged scraps
- Temperament: Peaceful, can be kept in groups
- Reef safe: Yes
- Difficulty: Easy