Peacock Mantis Shrimp Med/Lrg
Squilla sp.
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The Peacock Mantis Shrimp or Colored Mantis Shrimp has an infamous reputation. This dazzling colored shrimp is a highly skilled predator that will come out to feed at night with it's highly advanced senses and panoramic vision; The Peacock Mantis Shrimp is known for its emerald green body with colorful skirted shell and blue eye stalks, this beautiful creature is said to be very intelligent.
The Peacock Mantis Shrimp when fully grown can damage thin glass tanks and is best kept in a thick acrylic tank. Can be kept with larger fish but best in their own tank. Thick sand beds or small rubble with live rock make good natural burrow areas. Handle with care, as this shrimp can inflict deep cuts on the skin.
Marine shrimp are very resourceful in finding their own food but it will be necessary to supplementing their diet with small food pellets and flake food; also include minced meaty foods.
