Hymenocera elegans

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Harlequin shrimp
Crevette arlequin
Camaron arlequin
Gambero arlequino

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Substrate and environment

Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 1 and 30 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally living in a couple
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 5 cm
The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
Diet : Sea stars

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!