Rhynchocinetes durbanensis

Sexing

 * The males of this species tend to have larger claws than the females.

Tank compatibility

 * Not entirely reef-safe, do not keep with zooanthids or other soft corals. Can be a target for aggressive fish or other invertebrates. Prefers to be kept in groups.

Diet

 * Omnivore and scavenger, will pick at soft corals. Will accept brine shrimp, frozen or freeze-dried plankton, and flaked food.

Feeding regime

 * Once a day.

Environment Specifics

 * Prefers to have places to hide. Sensitive to water conditions and copper.

Behaviour

 * Peaceful towards fish and other invertebrates.

Identification

 * Can be mistaken for the Rhynchocinetes uritai or Lysmata wurdemanni. The differences between the two are subtle. The R. durbanensis has bold white lines, a long and toothed rostrum, with 9-10 spines on the upper dorsal end and 16-18 spines on the lower part.