Boxing Shrimp (Stenopus hispidus)

Invertebrate in the family Stenopodidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.

Quick facts

Scientific nameStenopus hispidus

FamilyStenopodidae

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyReef Safe with Caution

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025

Diet and feeding

Primarily carnivorous, feeding on small fish, crustaceans, and parasites. Supplement with frozen foods like mysis and bloodworms, plus meaty preparations.

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to Hawaii, found in tropical and subtropical coral reef environments at depths of 10–200 meters.

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Quick facts

Diet and feeding

Origin and habitat

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