How deep does the Coral Shrimp live?

The Coral Shrimp (Dasycaris zanzibarica) is typically found at 1–41 m.

Coral Shrimp

Dasycaris zanzibarica

Group: Shrimp
Typical depth: 1–41 m

A tiny coral shrimp, this species lives clinging to whip corals on the reef, matching its host so closely it is easy to miss. It ranges from about one metre down to 41 metres, hosted by black coral.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Palaemonidae › Dasycaris

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 220121.

FAQ

How deep does the Coral Shrimp live?: The Coral Shrimp (Dasycaris zanzibarica) is typically found at 1–41 m.