Shrimp – Peppermint

Peppermint Shrimp Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  10 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 5cm (2″)

Diet: Omnivore (Known to eat aptasia)

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 2 years

Scientific Name: Lysmata Wurdemanni

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Peppermint shrimp are one of the most popular and common species of shrimp seen in the hobby. Their scientific name is Lysmata Wurdemanni but they are almost always called by their common name, the peppermint shrimp. These shrimp are a part of the Hippolytidae family. Their maximum size is 2” and they can live up to 2 years. Peppermint shrimp are omnivores that will scavenge food from the tank, they are popular for eating pest aptasia anemones in aquariums. They do not require aptasia in order to survive, they will scavenge leftovers is there is no aptasia present. Peppermint shrimp have a minimum tank size of 10 gallons and are considered peaceful. Peppermint shrimp are both coral and invertebrate safe. Peppermint shrimp are nocturnal and will mainly hunt for food/aptasia during the night.