Locust Amphipod

Gammarus locusta

Locust Amphipod

The locust amphipod thrives among seaweed and epiphytes from the shoreline down to about 127 metres, grazing on the fine algae growing on larger brown weeds. Abundant and easily caught, it feeds countless fish and other predators along temperate coasts.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Amphipoda › Gammaridae › Gammarus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 102281.

FAQ

How deep does the Locust Amphipod live?
The Locust Amphipod (Gammarus locusta) is typically found at 0–127 m.