{"product_id":"hinge-back-shrimp","title":"Hinge Back 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);\"\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\/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 Hinge-Beak Shrimp is a fascinating marine shrimp known for its unusual hinged, forward-pointing beak and striking red-and-white striped pattern. Also commonly known as the Camel Shrimp or Dancing Shrimp, it is an active and interesting addition to suitable marine aquariums.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike cleaner shrimp, Hinge-Beak Shrimp are primarily scavengers and should not be confused with true cleaner species. They spend much of their time exploring live rock, caves and crevices in search of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are best suited to peaceful fish-only or carefully selected marine systems and should be provided with plenty of hiding places and a varied diet.\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\u003eRhynchocinetes durbanensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 4–5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive toward other shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60L+\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 Omnivore \/ 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 crevices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Hinge-Beak Shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hinge-Beak Shrimp (\u003cem\u003eRhynchocinetes durbanensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a small marine shrimp recognised by its red-and-white striped body and distinctive hinged rostrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Hinge-Beak Shrimp reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally considered less reef-safe than cleaner shrimp. They may potentially bother corals or other small invertebrates, particularly when food is scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep multiple Hinge-Beak Shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can be kept together in suitable aquariums, but they may display territorial behaviour. Provide plenty of rockwork and hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Hinge-Beak Shrimp eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are opportunistic omnivores and scavengers. Offer a varied diet including marine pellets, flakes, frozen foods and small meaty foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssuming they are Cleaner Shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite their similar appearance and common name \"Dancing Shrimp\", Hinge-Beak Shrimp should not be treated as a cleaner species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeeping them with vulnerable shrimp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey may compete aggressively with other small shrimp, especially in confined aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot providing enough hiding places\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive rock, caves and crevices are important for providing shelter and reducing stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderfeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough they are scavengers, they should not be expected to survive solely on leftover food. 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