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Hymenocera picta, also known as the harlequin shrimp, is one of the most fascinating shrimp in marine aquaristics. With its white body adorned with pink and purple patterns, it offers a unique aesthetic in a reef aquarium. This version comes from a controlled French breeding program, ensuring optimal acclimation and no wild collection.
This delicate crustacean is strictly specialized in eating starfish. It refuses all other food, even standard frozen or live foods. To ensure its well-being, it is essential to regularly provide starfish (e.g. Linckia, Fromia, etc.).
Do not feed this shrimp with other invertebrates or leftover food. Without suitable prey, it will quickly decline. It is therefore essential to make sure you have access to a stable source of live starfish.
Hymenocera picta is an exceptional shrimp suited to experienced aquarists with a stable tank and regular access to starfish. Coming from French breeding, it is better adapted to aquarium life than wild specimens.