Cleaner Shrimp, One or Two..

[mony97]

So I have to ask should I go with just one cleaner shrimp or two, and why? Is there any benefits to either choice or is it just a preference?

 

[bang guy]

Either will work. But if you have two or more of the same species they will all lay eggs regularly (~ every 4 weeks) and this will ensure a regular molt as well since they molt right after the eggs hatch.
They also seem to be more "friendly" when there is at least two.
The down side is that they require more nutrition when spawning regularly and can get aggressive in their hunt for food.

 

[florida joe]

my two seem to enjoy each others company

 

[mrdc]

My two seem to be buddies. I was thinking of adding another but three may be a crowd.

 

[mony97]

Sweet it sounds like two would be the way to go thx everyone!!! much appreciated!

 

[rcreations]

I've had 3 for a few years and they get along, although two are paired, the other stays on the opposite side of the tank. Which works out ok because this way there are 2 cleaning stations.