Skunk Cleaner Shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis)

The Skunk Cleaner Shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis) is one of the most recognizable and beneficial invertebrates in the saltwater aquarium hobby. Famous for its bright red and white coloration and fascinating cleaning behavior, this shrimp naturally removes parasites, dead tissue, and debris from willing fish while also scavenging uneaten food throughout the aquarium.

Peaceful, reef-safe, and incredibly active, the Skunk Cleaner Shrimp quickly becomes one of the most interactive animals in any reef tank. Many hobbyists even enjoy watching them climb onto their hands during aquarium maintenance.

Features

• Famous cleaner shrimp that services reef fish

• Completely reef-safe

• Bright red and white coloration

• Helps remove parasites and dead tissue from fish

• Active scavenger that consumes leftover food

• Excellent addition to community reef aquariums

• Often establishes natural "cleaning stations"

Care Information

Scientific Name: Lysmata amboinensis
Common Name: Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Safe: Yes
Difficulty: Easy
Diet: Omnivore (Frozen Foods, Pellets, Flake Foods, Meaty Marine Foods)
Minimum Aquarium Size: 20 Gallons

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• Salinity: 1.023–1.026

• pH: 8.1–8.4

Compatibility

Skunk Cleaner Shrimp are excellent additions to peaceful reef aquariums and are compatible with most clownfish, gobies, blennies, tangs, wrasses, dwarf angelfish, corals, snails, and other reef-safe invertebrates.

Avoid housing with predatory fish such as Lionfish, Groupers, Triggerfish, Puffers, Hawkfish, and large predatory Wrasses, as they may prey on shrimp.

Why Shop with Infinity and Beyond Aquatics?

At Infinity and Beyond Aquatics, we know purchasing live animals online requires confidence. Every order is carefully prepared to help ensure your new livestock arrives healthy and ready to thrive.

• Carefully inspected before shipment

• Professionally packed in insulated cooler boxes

• Heat or cold packs included when weather requires

• Overnight shipping to minimize transit stress

• Responsive customer service before and after your purchase

• Passionate hobbyists dedicated to helping you succeed

Whether you're starting your first reef aquarium or expanding a thriving coral display, we're committed to delivering healthy livestock backed by exceptional customer service.

Live Animal Shipping Information

All live fish, corals, and invertebrates are shipped FedEx Priority Overnight in insulated cooler boxes with appropriate heat or cold packs as needed.

• Ships Monday through Thursday only

• Orders are shipped as quickly as possible during our live animal shipping days

• Live Animal Shipping is $39.99 on orders containing live fish, corals, or invertebrates

• FREE Overnight Shipping on qualifying live animal orders of $300 or more

• We carefully monitor weather conditions and may delay shipment if temperatures are unsafe to help ensure the safe arrival of your livestock

• Tracking information is emailed as soon as your order ships

Thank you for trusting Infinity and Beyond Aquatics with your next reef addition!