{"product_id":"peacock-mantis-shrimp-odontodactylus-scyllarus","title":"Peacock Mantis Shrimp - Odontodactylus scyllarus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"284\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeacock Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"284\"\u003eThe Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Odontodactylus scyllarus, is one of the most spectacular marine invertebrates available, known for its vivid green, blue, orange and red colouration, powerful raptorial “smashing” claws and highly intelligent behaviour. Also known as the Harlequin Mantis Shrimp, Painted Mantis Shrimp, Clown Mantis Shrimp or Rainbow Mantis Shrimp, this Indo-Pacific stomatopod is a fascinating display animal for a dedicated species aquarium. It is not suitable for normal reef community tanks, as it is a strong predator capable of killing fish, crabs, snails and other invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"918\"\u003ePeacock Mantis Shrimp, Harlequin Mantis Shrimp, Painted Mantis Shrimp, Clown Mantis Shrimp, Rainbow Mantis Shrimp, Peacock Stomatopod, Peacock Odontodactyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eOdontodactylus scyllarus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eUsually around 12–18 cm, with larger adult specimens reaching approximately 18 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eMarine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eIndo-Pacific, from East Africa and the Indian Ocean across to the western Pacific, including reef regions around Indonesia, the Philippines, northern Australia and island reef systems. Naturally found on coral reefs, reef flats, rubble zones and burrows within sand, coral rubble or live rock, where it uses a secure den as a base for hunting and defence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eTemperature: 24–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eHardness or Salinity: SG 1.023–1.025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003ePredatory, territorial and best kept alone. It is highly interactive and intelligent, but it will attack and eat many fish, shrimps, crabs, snails and other invertebrates. It should not be added to a peaceful reef or mixed community aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eCarnivorous predator. In the aquarium, offer a varied diet of marine meaty foods such as pieces of prawn, mussel, clam, cockle, squid, krill and marine fish flesh. Hard-shelled foods such as marine snails, small crabs or shell-on seafood can help provide natural feeding enrichment and wear the raptorial appendages appropriately. Feed measured portions and remove uneaten food to protect water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2430\"\u003eA minimum of 120 litres is recommended for a single specimen, with 150 litres or more preferred for an adult. Use a strong, well-covered aquarium with secure rockwork, stable water quality and no delicate tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003eA highly alert, burrow-dwelling predator that spends much of its time watching from a chosen cave or tunnel, then emerging to explore, rearrange rubble and hunt. It uses powerful club-like appendages to smash hard-shelled prey and defend its territory. Provide a secure den, rubble pieces and enough space for natural movement. It may dig, move small rocks and modify its shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3422\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNot Reef Safe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3087\"\u003eNot suitable for standard reef aquariums. It may kill or eat snails, hermit crabs, crabs, shrimps, small fish, worms and other desirable clean-up crew animals. While it does not normally graze coral tissue, its predatory behaviour, digging, rock-moving and potential to damage livestock make it best suited to a dedicated species tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3424\" data-end=\"3998\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3462\"\u003eBest kept in a dedicated mantis shrimp aquarium with strong filtration, secure rockwork and a safe burrow. Acrylic aquariums or tanks with a protected bottom pane are often preferred for larger individuals, as powerful strikes against glass or unstable rockwork can cause damage. Avoid handling by hand; the strike can injure fingers, and the animal should be moved with rigid containers rather than nets. Keep pump intakes protected, maintain excellent water quality and avoid copper-based treatments, as this is a marine invertebrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4039\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4016\"\u003eExperienced fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4041\" data-end=\"4076\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4054\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003eOccasional in trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4078\" data-end=\"4340\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the animal you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46022420332717,"sku":"AG-103273","price":89.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46022420365485,"sku":"AG-103274","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46022420398253,"sku":"AG-103275","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/Peacock_Mantis_Shrimp_-_Odontodactylus_scyllarus.jpg?v=1779119752","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/peacock-mantis-shrimp-odontodactylus-scyllarus","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}