Harlequin Shrimp - Hymenocera pictaHarlequin Shrimp (Hymenocera picta) The Harlequin Shrimp, Hymenocera picta, is one of the most spectacular ornamental marine shrimps, instantly recognised by its white to cream body, bold purple, pink, blue or reddish markings and flattened paddle like claws. Also known as the Clown Shrimp, Painted Shrimp or Dancing Shrimp, this Indo Pacific reef invertebrate is peaceful, fascinating and often kept in pairs. It is reef safe with caution because it

active rabbitfish

gobies or other algae-grazing fish

removing the requirement for any additional clips or brackets

this compact Cirrhilabrus species brings excellent colour and movement to peaceful marine aquariums

the Tiger Goby is an excellent addition to most aquariums

Scientific Name (Latin):Platax pinnatus

but should be treated as reef safe with caution because it may pick at small invertebrates

enriched brineshrimp

where it lives in association with sea anemones

and originates from the reefs of Sri Lanka

Sunburst Butterflyfish

Also known as the Tailspot Wrasse