anthias attacking peppermints

[Lynnmw1208]

so yesterday I saw 2 of my carberryi anthias pushing my one peppermint shrimp around with their mouths WIDE open. are they trying to get the shrimp to back off or do they want a snack? It could also be a possibility that they smell the eggs underneath the shrimp as both of my shrimp are carrying eggs. anyone had this experience?

[SDguy]

Mistaken identity. They are trying to get cleaned by "cleaner" shrimp.

[Lynnmw1208]

Mistaken identity. They are trying to get cleaned by "cleaner" shrimp.

ah I didn't even think of that! heh maybe I should get one!

[elegance coral]

I'm sure Peter is right. You should seriously get a cleaner shrimp. My lyretail was on the verge of death about a week ago. I purchased a cleaner shrimp and the fish didn't leave its side for three days. Now the fish is like new again. I wouldn't believe it if I didn't see it for myself. From now on I'll always have a cleaner shrimp with my anthias. I'm even getting one for my QT.

[snorvich]

My anthias are in line to get cleaned all of the time. They won't eat peppermint shrimp.

[Lynnmw1208]

good to know! Maybe I'll get one this weekend :)

[snorvich]

Your anthias will appreciate it!!:thumbsup: