Periclimenes yucatanicus

  • Spotted cleaning shrimp
  • Gefleckte Putzergarnele
  • Harlekijnanemoongarnaal
  • Crevette nettoyeuse tachetée
  • Camarón limpiador moteado

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Substrate and environment

  • Exclusively a marine species
  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is generally found with another animal
  • The species can be found between 3 and 25 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • Lives in partnership with a sea anemone
  • The animal is a cleaner for other fishes
  • The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 3 cm
  • The animal feeds mainly on refuse.

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!