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