Shrimp – Marble (Pinecone)

Pinecone Marble Shrimp Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 5cm (2″)

Diet: Omnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 8 years

Scientific Name: Saron Inermis

Other Names: Jewel Marble Shrimp

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

The pinecone marble shrimp is a rare type of shrimp that is not often seen in the hobby. It’s scientific name is Saron Inermis but it is often referred to as the pinecone marble shrimp or the jewel marble shrimp. They are a part of the Saron family. Their maximum body length is 2”. Like most shrimp pinecone marble shrimp are omnivores, they will eat leftover meat found in the tank and will also pick at certain types of algae. Minimum tank size recommended for these shrimp is 20gallons, however they can go into smaller tanks if there is sufficient rock work. Pinecone marble shrimp are peaceful and will often be seen hiding underneath rocks in caves and can also be seen walking around the rocks/sand. Pinecone marble shrimp can be kept with other pinecone marble shrimp, regular marble shrimp and all other types of shrimp. Pinecone marble shrimp are both coral and invertebrate safe.