Shrimp – Yellow Dwarf Coral Banded

Yellow Coral Banded Shrimp Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 5 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 3.75cm (1½″)

Diet: Omnivore (Known to eat bristle worms)

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive (to each other unless they are a mated pair)

Lifespan: Up to 3 years

Scientific Name: Stenopus Cyanoscelis

Other Common Names: Yellow Boxing Shrimp

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

The yellow dwarf coral banded shrimp is a rare and type of shrimp not often seen in the hobby, it is identical to the normal coral banded shrimp except for it’s size and it’s color.  It’s scientific name is Stenopus Cyanoscelis but its mainly called by its common name the yellow dwarf coral banded shrimp, it is also sometimes called the yellow boxing shrimp. This shrimp comes from the Stenopodidae family. Their maximum size is 1 ½” and they can live up to 3 years. Coral banded shrimp are omnivores, they will scavenge leftover food in the tank. Coral banded shrimp are also known for hunting and eating bristle worms during the night. Their minimum tank size is 5 gallons, making them an excellent clean-up crew member for a nano tank. Yellow dwarf coral banded shrimp are peaceful to all members except for other coral banded shrimp, the coral banded shrimp will not fight with any other shrimp/invertebrates. The yellow dwarf coral banded shrimp is coral and invertebrate safe. Coral banded shrimp are nocturnal and will be most active during the night, during the day they will be seen hiding in the cracks and caves of the rocks. Coral banded shrimp can lose their large pincher arms and grow them back, they will often lose an arm during battle with another coral banded or if they get stuck in a net, it is recommended to move them with a small cup instead of a net to avoid this problem.