Periclimenes paivai
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 found in a sheltered zone
- The species can be found between 0 and 20 Meters.
- Uncommon Species
- Endemic species.
General behaviour of the species
- 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 : 5 cm
- The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
