My new fire shrimp

[jeanheckle]

I just got a pair of these. They are fabulous. Already eating out of my hand.

 

[calaxa]

I was gonna say, I'd be surprised if you ever see him come out during the day. Mine used to be more visible but since I added so much LR, he only comes out to steal food intended for the sessile inverts. He's also gotten very lazy on the cleaning aspect in his old age.

 

[rebelprettyboy]

WOO HOO those are some great shots!!

 

[jeanheckle]

Originally Posted by calaxa
http:///forum/post/2810242
I was gonna say, I'd be surprised if you ever see him come out during the day. Mine used to be more visible but since I added so much LR, he only comes out to steal food intended for the sessile inverts. He's also gotten very lazy on the cleaning aspect in his old age.
When I bought them I was told they would stay hidden all the time, but as soon as I go into my room they come out and beg for food.

 

[anonome]

You are one of the lucky ones. My fire shrimp.....going on 5 yrs, is very secluded, and I have to really look for him. His mate died about a month ago, but, I don't want to replace it due to the fact that he is so old. I read that the average lifespan is 4 yrs, so I guess I am lucky too.
When I first got them they would stay out in the open, and yes, I could hand feed them. So, enjoy it while you can. Good luck with them. They are indeed beautiful.

 

[alyssia]

I love my fire shrimp. They are out all the time.

 

[funkysean5]

Wow.. Great shrimp.

 

[wade163]

yea...love fire shrimp over cleaner shimp...they provide WAY more color...but my fire is out all of the time...when I have people over they are like whats that red little thing...its a eye grabber

 

[nycbob]

very cool!