Vampire Shrimp (Atya gabonensis)
Quick facts
Scientific nameAtya gabonensis
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Adult size6 in
Minimum tank size20
Water parametersTemp 75-84°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 6-15 dGH
Diet and feeding
omnivore
Keeper notes
Larvae require brackish/marine conditions, so it will not breed in freshwater aquaria. A large, peaceful filter-feeder that fans suspended particles from the current; provide strong flow and a mature, food-rich tank. Shy and nocturnal, it needs caves and target feeding of fine suspended foods to thrive. Copper sensitive — avoid copper meds. Despite the menacing name it is completely harmless to tankmates.
Log Vampire Shrimp in your reef tank
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