Shrimp – Sugar Cane

Sugar Cane Shrimp Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 2.5cm (1″)

Diet: Omnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Unknown

Scientific Name: Parhippolyte Uveae

Other Names: Red Prawn Shrimp

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

The Sugar Cane Shrimp is a delicate and rare species. Their scientific name is Parihippolyte Uveae but it is often referred to by its common name, the Sugar Cane Shrimp, it is also sometimes referred to as the red prawn shrimp. It comes from the Barbouridae family. Their maximum size is 1″ and their lifespan is unknown. Minimum tank size should be 10 gallons. Sugar cane shrimp are omnivores that will scavenge leftovers from the tank. These shrimp are peaceful and are both coral and invertebrate safe.