How deep does the Nymph Snapping Shrimp live?

The Nymph Snapping Shrimp (Alpheus euphrosyne) is typically found at 0–96 m.

Nymph Snapping Shrimp

Alpheus euphrosyne

Group: Shrimp
Typical depth: 0–96 m

A snapping shrimp of shallow muddy estuaries, it shelters under rocks and ranges from the shallows down to nearly 100 metres. Like its relatives it wields one oversized claw that snaps shut with a loud crack to stun prey and warn off rivals.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Alpheidae › Alpheus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 210507.

FAQ

How deep does the Nymph Snapping Shrimp live?: The Nymph Snapping Shrimp (Alpheus euphrosyne) is typically found at 0–96 m.