Gold Coral Banded Shrimp

A true collector’s gem, this Gold Coral Banded Shrimp is a stunning departure from the classic red and white variants. Displaying vibrant golden-yellow banding across its entire body with striking claws and antennae, this rare specimen adds luxury and intrigue to any reef. Beyond its eye-catching beauty, it’s an active cleaner shrimp that picks parasites and dead tissue from fish and corals, making it both functional and breathtaking. This is one you won’t see every day.

This is a WYSIWYG specimen – What You See Is What You Get. The shrimp shown in the photos is the exact rare Gold Coral Banded Shrimp you will receive from MyTinyFins, carefully handled and quarantined to ensure arrival in pristine condition.

Care Guide

Tank Size: Gold Coral Banded Shrimp do best in 30-gallon tanks or larger. They’re moderately sized (3–4 inches including antennae) and need adequate space to establish territory and forage. Temperament: Semi-aggressive and territorial. They can be kept singly or in bonded pairs, but are often aggressive toward other shrimp and some fish species. Best kept as a single specimen or established pair to avoid conflict. Generally safe with most fish species once acclimated. Feeding: Natural cleaners that pick parasites and algae from fish and corals. Supplement with high-quality flake, pellets, frozen mysis shrimp, or small pieces of frozen fish 3–4 times per week. They’re opportunistic feeders and will scavenge for leftover food in the substrate. Lighting & Flow: No special lighting requirements—standard reef lighting is fine. They prefer moderate flow that brings food their way without blasting their burrow or shelter. Shelter & Rockwork: Essential to provide caves, crevices, or rockwork where they can hide and establish a territory. They’ll spend time in and around shelter, making periodic cleaning runs through the tank. Water Parameters: Maintain stable salinity (1.025–1.026), pH (8.1–8.4), and temperature (72–78°F). They’re hardy but prefer consistent conditions. Regular water changes help maintain water quality. Tank Mates: Generally compatible with medium to large fish species. Avoid keeping with aggressive fish, small fish that might be targeted, or other crustaceans. Some fish may nip at their antennae, so choose tank mates carefully. Acclimation: This is a premium specimen—allow  30 minutes of drip acclimation to ensure smooth transition to your system. They’re hardy but appreciate a careful introduction. Behavior: Expect to see them actively cleaning fish and corals, and spending time exploring and maintaining their shelter. They’re most active during feeding times and lower-light hours.