Origin
Found in shallow reef crevices and coral rubble in the Western Atlantic and Indo-Pacific, including the Caribbean, Florida Keys, and East Africa.

Visual & Functional Appeal
Its vivid bee-like stripes and compact size make it a micro-marvel in nano displays. Despite its size, its bold coloration stands out among live rock and coral textures.

Purpose
Primarily ornamental. Adds visual flair and diversity to nano reefs and invertebrate-focused displays. Known to feed on echinoderm tube feet and sea cucumber tissue in the wild.

Importance
A prized micro-invertebrate for advanced hobbyists wanting a rare and visually unique shrimp. Pairs well with other peaceful inverts in small reef setups.

Included Resources
Needs well-established nano reef conditions, gentle flow, stable parameters, and lots of rock crevices for hiding. No special lighting required.

Best Use Cases
Ideal for peaceful nano reef tanks, invert-focused displays, or oddball reef biotopes. May be housed with small gobies, coral frags, and ornamental crustaceans.

Conservation Context
Wild-caught individuals should be sourced ethically. Avoid setups where food competition or aggression may shorten lifespan. No captive breeding exists yet.

Ideal Aquatic Species
• Nano gobies and pipefish
• Sexy shrimp, porcelain crabs
• Avoid large or aggressive shrimp, fish, or wrasses
• Compatible with corals and sponges

Region (A)
• Latitude: 18.3358° N
• Longitude: -64.8963° W
(British Virgin Islands – Caribbean reef crevices)

Region (B)
• Latitude: -20.3484° S
• Longitude: 57.5522° E
(Mauritius – Indo-Pacific coral rubble zones)