{"product_id":"helicopter-shrimp","title":"Helicopter shrimp","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 42);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Helicopter Shrimp, commonly known as the Banded Coral Shrimp, is a striking marine invertebrate recognised by its bold red-and-white banding, long antennae and distinctive oversized claws. Its dramatic appearance makes it a popular choice for marine aquariums.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its impressive appearance, the Helicopter Shrimp can be territorial and predatory toward other small shrimp and ornamental crustaceans. It is best kept as a single specimen or compatible bonded pair, with plenty of rockwork, caves and overhangs to provide shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is primarily a scavenger and opportunistic feeder, readily accepting a variety of meaty marine foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eStenopus hispidus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banded Coral Shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 5–7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive \/ Territorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally yes, with caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75L+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore \/ Scavenger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy–Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquascape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live rock, caves and overhangs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Helicopter Shrimp reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally considered reef compatible, but they may prey on or harass smaller ornamental shrimp and other crustaceans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep two Helicopter Shrimp together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compatible male and female pair can sometimes be kept together. Introducing unrelated adults can result in aggression, so caution is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Helicopter Shrimp eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey readily accept frozen marine foods, prawns, mysis, chopped seafood and sinking marine pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Helicopter Shrimp aggressive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can be territorial, particularly toward other shrimp. Providing plenty of rockwork and establishing a suitable territory can help reduce conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeeping them with other ornamental shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid mixing them with smaller shrimp species unless compatibility has been carefully considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot providing hiding places\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey naturally spend time around caves, ledges and rockwork. A suitable aquascape helps them feel secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdding multiple unrelated adults\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelicopter Shrimp can be territorial and may fight when space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssuming they are cleaner shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough they are sometimes associated with cleaning behaviour, they should not be relied upon as a dedicated cleaner species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49308208136331,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/46bf33f5-47cc-4aa4-bf80-72de9b51d4f0.jpg?v=1788498493","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/helicopter-shrimp","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}