Bumble Bee Shrimp Gnathaphyllum Americanum

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Bumble Bee Shrimp (Gnathophyllum americanum)

Overview:
The Bumble Bee Shrimp is a small, strikingly patterned reef shrimp, easily recognized by its bold black and yellow bands. Active and visually captivating, it is often associated with predation on small invertebrates like starfish and offers a fascinating addition to mature marine aquariums.

Origin:
Native to the Western Atlantic and Caribbean, commonly found on coral reefs and sandy or rubble substrates.

Feeding:
Carnivorous. Feeds on small invertebrates, particularly starfish, as well as detritus. In captivity, requires a steady supply of suitable live or frozen foods to thrive.

Tank Mates:
Reef-safe with fish and invertebrates that it cannot prey upon. Avoid housing with small starfish or other invertebrates it may target.

Aggression:
Non-aggressive toward fish, but may prey on small invertebrates.

Experience Level:
Advanced. Requires a mature, well-established reef tank with stable water parameters and appropriate live food for a proper diet.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 72–78°F (22–25.5°C)

• pH: 8.1–8.4

• Salinity: 1.023–1.025

• dKH: 8–12

Above images for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.

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