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Giant Green Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus)

Overview:
The Giant Green Mantis Shrimp is a striking and highly active predatory crustacean, known for its vibrant green and turquoise coloration. Famous for its powerful smashing claws, it is both fascinating and challenging to keep, making it a standout addition to mature marine aquariums.

Origin:
Native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly found in coral reefs, sandy substrates, and rocky crevices.

Feeding:
Carnivorous. Feeds on live or frozen meaty foods such as small fish, shrimp, crabs, and mollusks. Requires a varied diet to maintain health and coloration.

Tank Mates:
Best housed alone or with very robust, large tank mates. Can be highly aggressive and will attack other invertebrates and fish that enter its territory. Avoid small or slow-moving species.

Aggression:
Highly aggressive and territorial; capable of breaking glass and attacking other tank inhabitants.

Experience Level:
Advanced. Requires a large, secure tank with plenty of hiding spots, stable water parameters, and strong aquarium walls to prevent escapes.

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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