{"product_id":"gold-coral-banded-shrimp","title":"Gold Coral Banded Shrimp","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eGold Coral Banded Shrimp (Stenopus zanzibaricus)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"180\"\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"223\"\u003ereef-safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"325\"\u003ebrilliant golden coloration, bold banded pattern, and unique long white antennae\u003c\/strong\u003e. Males typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"383\"\u003eare smaller, with more slender claws\u003c\/strong\u003e, while females\/juveniles \u003cstrong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"478\"\u003etend to be slightly larger-bodied and may develop fuller abdomens\u003c\/strong\u003e. They reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"511\"\u003e2–3 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"572\"\u003e20 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eample live rock with crevices and hiding spots\u003c\/strong\u003e, as these shrimp prefer to shelter and establish a territory. Stable water parameters are important (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temp ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4), and while they don’t typically jump like fish, a \u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"873\"\u003esecure lid is still recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eDiet should consist of \u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"995\"\u003emysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped meaty foods, and occasionally pellets or flakes\u003c\/strong\u003e. With proper care, this striking invertebrate makes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003estandout ornamental cleaner shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e in the aquarium, often adding both color and activity while occasionally engaging in cleaning behaviors with fish tankmates.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Aquatics Quarantine \u0026amp; Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos\/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"International Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57476283334959,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/pxbee_eraser_2025-10-01_15-34-21.png?v=1777528444","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/gold-coral-banded-shrimp","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}