Mantis Shrimp

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blackmerlin

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Jun 22, 2007
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Hello all,

Just been lurking and soaking it all up. Lots of good info on this site.

I have a question for anyone or all for that matter that know anything about these little terrors. MANTIS SHRIMP!

I have a little green one running around in my tank.:headbang2

Yes its on purpose I know a little bit about them but was wondering if anyone had info on the green ones. I hear more about the peacock mantis then any other "color" phase?? Type mantis. I am basicly looking for full size how they do with hard or soft coral's and stuff like that.
Any info would be great.
Many Thanks.
:)
 
full size i believe is about a foot.
it's really hit or miss with mantises if they'll be safe with corals, you can try it buy I would air on the side of caution
 
As far as full size goes we cant tell until you ID the species. One of the best resources is Roy's List of Stomatopods for The Aquarium, just search Roy's List. I may be able to ID it if you can post pics. Most of the "green" species stay smaller like 1-3". I have never had a problem keeping a mantis with hard or soft corals. Ive even kept them with fishes before! If you have any more questions just post it.

Ski
 
I agree i kept mine with fish and corals and never had an issue other then him rearranging things. Just stick things in and problem solved.
 
Won't bother corals. I wouldn't trust my Peacock with fish.
 
Species: Odontodactylus scyllarus

Common name: Peacock Mantis, Painted Mantis, Harlequin Mantis
Functional type: Smasher
Range: Indo-Pacific from Guam to East Africa
Habitat: Sandy, gravelly or shelly bottoms often near reefs
Depth: 3–40 m, usually 10–30 m
Home: Simple u-shaped burrow constructed from gravel, shell, LR
Diet: Generalist; gastropods, crustaceans, bivalves
Size: 3–18 cm (THAT'S 7" MAX)
Color: Olive or green, orange antennal scales, uropods with red setae, red raptorial appendages
Distinguishing Characters: Leopard spots on anterior lateral carapace
Activity: Active both day and night
Aquarium Requirements: Temperature: 22–28° C
Salinity: 33–36 PSU
Cohabitants: Most aquarium animals are not safe with large O. scyllarus
Aquarium size (adult): 100 l
Aquarium substrate: Sand and gravel, LR
Suitability for Aquarium: Excellent; large adults prone to develop shell disease; active and interactive
Availability: Commonly available from wholesalers and retailers
 
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