Family: Atayae
Distribution: Atyoida pilipes – or Green Lace Shrimp – is distributed through the Indo-pacific. It is known in Indonesia, Philippines, New Guinea, Samoa and French Polynesia.
PH: 6.0 – 8.0
Temperature: 22 – 26°C (72 – 79°F)
Hardness: 5 – 15 GH
Description: Atyoida pilipes crustaceans have a typical shrimp shape and can vary from a gold colour to a dark blue. Males may reach up to 5 cm and females are slightly larger at 5.5 cm in length. Its antennula pods and scaphocerites segments are lined with fine, visible hairs which distinguish the species. This species has a life expectancy of over a year.
Diet: This shrimp, like many others, uses its filtering system to find food. It requires a good water flow for it to feed properly. You could try adjusting the filter output and dropping crushed food directly into the flow if the Green Lace Shrimp doesn’t appear to be feeding properly.
Breeding: Atyoida pilapes is yet be bred in captivity. The larvae requires brackish to full marine water if it is to develop properly. You will need to be very vigilant with your water if you are to successfully breed this shrimp.
Comments: Atyopsis moluccensis will need a tank of at least 20 gallons. Keep a clean habitat and be sure to install an additional pump to add current for effective feeding. It will probably position itself in spots facing the filter stream. Make sure your aquarium is well oxygenated. This species requires a lot of attention to detail and is best suited to those hobbyists with plenty of experience under their belt.
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Recommended Compatible Species: This species is compatible with any non-aggressive fish. It must live in groups of at least four (of its own species).
Originally posted 2009-12-20 10:25:03. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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