LYSMATA AMBOINENSIS - WHITE BAND CLEANER SHRIMP
 The white-banded cleaner shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis) is probably the most popular shrimp species in marine aquariums. With its beautiful red, yellow and white coloring, the shrimp, which grows to a maximum size of 8 cm , is a real eye-catcher in any tank. It is also very easy to keep. However, its most unique characteristic is probably its interesting cleaning behavior: it constantly cleans the fish in the aquarium at its cleaning stations built on rock ledges and frees the animals from skin parasites.
 In order to provide the cleaner shrimp with a species-appropriate home, the tank should hold at least 50 liters . There should also be enough hiding places. In addition, the animals, like all shrimp, are sensitive to sudden fluctuations in water values, which is why they should be introduced into the aquarium slowly and carefully. should.
 Lysmata amboinensis are best kept in pairs . Frozen, granulated or flake food can be used as additional food in addition to the fish parasites.
 The most important things about the white-banded cleaner shrimp at a glance:
 Scientific name: Lysmata amboinensis
 Popular name: White-banded cleaner shrimp
 Maximum size: 8 cm
 Min. tank size: 30 liters
 Difficulty level: easy
 Compatibility: peaceful
 Stocking recommendation: Keeping in pairs
 Food: fish parasites, frozen food, flake food, granulated food