Lysmata wurdemanni

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Peppermint shrimp
Wurdemanns Garnele
Pepermintgarnaal
Crevette de Wurdemann;Crevette menthe
Camarón pimienta

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 motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 0 and 30 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is a cleaner for other fishes
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 6 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
The animal is a protandrous transsexual

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!