Palaemonidae Collection

Pederson cleaner shrimp (Periclimenes pedersoni), Cienaga de Zapata National Park, Matanzas Province, Cuba

Commensal emperor shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) hitching a ride on a Nudibranch (Risbecia tryoni). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Anemone prawn (Periclimenes sagittifer) on Snakelocks anemone (Anemonia viridis) Jersey, British Channel Islands, June

Whip coral shrimp (Pontonides uncigar) Bluff Island, south of Sai Kung Peninsula, Hong Kong, China

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Graceful Anemone Shrimp on Fire Anemone (Phyllodiscus sp) - Tanjung Usi 1 dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

Emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator) on a nudibranch (Ceratosoma sp. ) Lembeh Strait
Emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator) on a nudibranch (Ceratosoma sp.) Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Coleman shrimp (Periclimenes colemani) close up, on a fire urchin (Asthenosoma varium). Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Pair of Coleman shrimps (Periclimenes colemani) living in a fire urchin (Asthenosoma varium). The female is the larger shrimp

Cleaning shrimp (Periclimenes sp) on a coral reef, close up, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

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Coral Commensal Shrimp - camouflaged on Hard Coral, Acropora sp - night dive, Seraya Secrets dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia

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Coral Shrimp with eggs in coral - Batu Kelebit dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Coral Shrimp with eggs in coral - Batu Kelebit dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali

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Coral Commensal Shrimp on coral - night dive - Scuba Seraya House Reef dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 08-Nov-19

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Camouflaged Commensal Shrimp - on Crinoid, Comatulida Order - night dive - Scuba Seraya House Reef dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 08-Nov-19

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Pygmy Squid with shrimp (Palaemonidae Family) prey - night dive - Murex House Reef dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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Sarasvati Anemone Shrimp in Bubble Coral (Plerogyra sinuosa) - Tiga Batu dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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Graceful Anemone Shrimps on Fire Anemone (Phyllodiscus sp) - Tanjung Usi 1 dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

Blackspotted puffer (Arothron nigropunctatus) curled up on the reef for the night, with a transparent cleaner shrimp (Urocaridella antonbrunii) inspecting its tail, Philippines

Pair of Coleman shrimps (Periclimenes colemani) living in Fire urchin (Asthenosoma varium). The female is the larger shrimp. Anilao, Batangas marine protected area, Luzon, Philippines

Snakelocks shrimp (Periclimenes sagittifer) living symbiotiocally inside a snakelocks anemone (Anemonia viridis). Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom. English Channel. North East Atlantic

Commensal emperor shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) moves across the colourful red patterned surface of its host Candycane sea cucumber (Thelenota rubralineata)

Reef lizardifsh (Synodus variegatus) at a cleaning station, being cleaned by Holthuis anemone shrimps (Ancylomenes holthuisi). Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Bubble coral shrimp (Vir philippinensis) on Bubble coral (Plerogyra sp). Anilao, Philippines

Anemone shrimp (Periclimenes holthuisi) Pak Lap Tsai, Sai Kung East Country Park, Hong Kong, China

Emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator) on sea cucumber (Thelenota ananas) Tubbataha Reef Natural Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sulu Sea, Cagayancillo, Palawan, Philippines

Photo showing detail of the underside and mount of a honeycomb sea star (Pentaceraster alveolatus) with two tiny shrimps (Periclimenes soror). Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

RF - Emperor shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) exploring alien-looking landscape of host sea cucumber (Bohadschia argus). Emperor shrimps are commensals on many hosts

Pair of Coleman shrimps (Periclimenes colemani) make their home in a fire urchin (Asthenosoma varium). The female is larger

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A crinoid commensal shrimp, Periclimenes cornutus, on a crinoid, Philippines. These tiny crustaceans are commensal on crinoids or feather stars and take their color from the host

A Peacock-tail Anemone shrimp sits on a host anemone
A Peacock-tail Anemone shrimp (Periclimenes brevicarpalis) sits on a host anemone in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of

Palaemonetes varians, ditch shrimp larva
Larva of the ditch shrimp in stage five of development, just prior to metamorphosis

Spotted cleaner shrimp on pink tipped anemone in Curacao

Popcorn Shrmp on an anenome on a Fijian Reef
Popcorn shrmp (Periclimenes brevicarpalis) on an anenome on a Fijian Reef

Yellow commensal shrimp on crinoid
An undescribed yellow commensal shrimp (probably Laomenes sp.) on crinoid, Cenderwasih Bay, West Papua

A translucent Cuapetes commensal shrimp with orange claws, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Cleaner shrimp on an anemone in Curacao

Anemone shrimp (Periclimenes holthuisi) in the tentacles of its host anemome, Queensland, Australia, Pacific

Clear Cleaner Shrimp (Urocaridella antonbruunii) adult, on Immaculate Puffer (Arothron immaculatus) head, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, January

Leopard Crinoid Shrimp (Laomenes pardus) adult, resting on crinoid, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Rounded Seastar Shrimp (Zenopontonia noverca) adult, camouflaged on underside of Honeycomb Starfish (Pentaceraster alveolatus), Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Coral grouper being cleaned by shrimps
A coral grouper, Cephalopholis miniata, being cleaned by two cleaner shrimp. Photographed at North Ari Atoll, Maldives

Commensal shrimp on sea fan
A well camouflaged commensal shrimp, Periclimenes psamathe, sat on host sea fan. Photographed at Lilai Jetty, Halmahera, Maluku Islands, Indonesia

Commensal shrimp on anemon
A commensal shrimp, Periclimenes brevicarpalis, resting on its host anemone. Photographed at Rasdhoo Atoll, North Male, Maldives

Commensal shrimp in cora
Colourful commensal shrimp, Pontonia Katoi, poking out of coral host. Taken in the seas around Halmahera, Maluku Islands, Indonesia

Brackish-water Prawn (Palaemonetes varians) adult, close-up of head, showing serrated edge to carapace and feathering around mandibles, Wat Tyler Country Park, Essex, England

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"Palaemonidae: A Fascinating World of Shrimp and Their Unique Partnerships" Pederson cleaner shrimp (Periclimenes pedersoni) at Cienaga de Zapata National Park: Witness the diligent cleaning services provided by these tiny but efficient shrimp, ensuring the well-being of their host organisms. Commensal emperor shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) hitching a ride on a Nudibranch (Risbecia tryoni): Discover the extraordinary symbiotic relationship between these two species as they navigate the ocean together, benefiting from each other's presence. Anemone prawn (Periclimenes sagittifer) on Snakelocks anemone (Anemonia viridis) in Jersey: Marvel at the vibrant colors and intricate patterns displayed by this delicate prawn, finding refuge amidst the swaying tentacles of its anemone companion. Whip coral shrimp (Pontonides uncigar) off Bluff Island, south of Sai Kung Peninsula: Explore the hidden world within whip corals as these camouflaged shrimps blend seamlessly with their surroundings, showcasing nature's remarkable adaptability. Pair of Coleman shrimps (Periclimenes colemani) living in a fire urchin (Asthenosoma varium): Observe how these brave shrimps coexist with one of nature's most venomous creatures, forming an unlikely alliance that benefits both parties while displaying striking colors to warn potential predators. Coleman shrimp (Periclimenes colemani) close-up on a fire urchin (Asthenosoma varium): Zoom in to appreciate every detail of this stunningly patterned creature as it thrives among dangerous spines, demonstrating resilience and beauty in perfect harmony. Cleaning shrimp ( Periclimenes sp. ) providing meticulous care on a coral reef in Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia.