Mantis Shrimp Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Mantis Shrimp in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons for smaller species, 50+ gallons for larger species
• Compatibility: Generally not compatible with other tank inhabitants due to their predatory nature and ability to break glass. Best kept in a species-specific tank.
• Special requirements: Requires a very sturdy, thick-walled glass or acrylic aquarium to prevent breakage from their powerful strikes. Live rock and PVC pipes for burrowing are essential. Excellent filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Feeding live or frozen meaty foods is necessary.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-82°F (22-28°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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