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Lysmata debelius
A prized cleaner shrimp with a deep blood-red body, white-socked legs, and long white antennae. It cleans parasites off fish, is hardy and reef-safe, and is stunning to look at.
The fire shrimp (Lysmata debelius), also called the blood-red fire shrimp or white-socks shrimp, is a beautiful cleaner shrimp of Indo-Pacific coral reefs. Its deep blood-red body, walking legs tipped in white like little socks, and long white antennae make it one of the most prized invertebrates in the marine hobby. Like the skunk cleaner shrimp, it eats parasites and dead tissue from fish, which approach to be cleaned. Somewhat shy, it prefers shade, so provide crevices and cave-like hiding spots in the live rock. Hardy and reef-safe, it does no harm to corals or fish. Because it molts regularly, stable water quality with adequate iodine and careful drip acclimation are key. Copper-based fish medications are lethal and must never be used. It can be kept in groups or as a size-matched pair.
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Origin
Coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific
Lifespan
3-5 years
Size
5-7cm
Temperature
24〜27℃
Humidity
—(海水飼育)
Omnivore (leftovers, parasites, frozen food, flakes)
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Primary sources
Accepted name: Lysmata debelius Bruce, 1983
Authority databases: Wikipedia
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
無脊椎(海産エビ・モエビ科)。CITES 非該当・特定外来生物にも非該当。銅系薬品は致命的。
Sources: CITES Appendices (掲載なし) / 環境省 特定外来生物等一覧
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Compatible with most fish; performs cleaning
A bit shy; provide caves and overhangs
Molts periodically; keep iodine and stable water
Drip acclimate over 2+ hours
Copper meds are lethal; avoid salinity swings
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The ideal temperature for Fire Shrimp is 24〜27℃. Recommended humidity is —(海水飼育). Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Fire Shrimp is 3-5 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Fire Shrimp typically reaches 5-7cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Fire Shrimp feeds on: Omnivore (leftovers, parasites, frozen food, flakes). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Fire Shrimp varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 25, 2026