Lysmata debelius (Fire Shrimp)

The Fire Shrimp ( Lysmata debelius ) is one of the most beautiful marine shrimp—a brilliant bright red body with long white antennae. Native to the Indo-Pacific, it is more timid than the Common Fire Shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis ), which makes it all the more precious when it does appear.

His role in the baccalaureate

Cleaner shrimp — removes parasites and debris from fish. Less active as a cleaner than L. amboinensis but contributes to the removal of organic waste.

Recommended conditions

• Temperature: 24–27°C — Salinity: 1.023–1.026
• pH: 7.8–8.4 (normal natural day/night fluctuation in a reef tank)
• Alkalinity: 8–10 dKH — Minimum volume: 100L
• Numerous essential rock cavities — very shy

Behavior

Shy — often remains hidden in crevices. Adapts gradually. Molts regularly. Hermaphrodite. More active at night.

Compatibility

Pacific with corals and reef fish. To be avoided with large wrasses and crustacean predators.