Yellow Banded Shrimp
Bold, eye-catching, and full of character—the Yellow Banded Shrimp is a standout addition to any reef tank. With its bright yellow body, striking red bands, and long flowing antennae, it instantly grabs attention while adding natural movement around your rockwork.
This shrimp spends its time picking through rock and substrate, scavenging leftover food and helping keep your tank clean. It’s peaceful, reef safe, and fits perfectly into community setups where you want both colour and function.
Easy to care for and highly adaptable, the Yellow Banded Shrimp thrives in stable, well-established reef systems with plenty of hiding spots.
Why you’ll love it:
- Vibrant yellow and red colouration
- Active scavenger that helps clean the tank
- Peaceful and reef safe
- Adds movement and interest to rockwork
- Unique look with long antennae
Care Guide (Quick Overview):
- Tank Size: 75L+ recommended
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Diet: Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, small meaty foods
- Reef Safe: Yes
- Care Level: Easy to moderate
Provide plenty of rockwork and hiding spaces for security. Like most shrimp, it benefits from stable salinity and water parameters.
