Zebra Shrimp
Rimapenaeus pacificus
- Group: Shrimp
- Typical depth: 2–100 m
- Max size: 5 cm
This small benthic shrimp grows to about five centimetres, with females running larger than males. It works over sandy bottoms in shallow water, picking through the grains for scraps of food.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Penaeidae › Rimapenaeus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 377579.
FAQ
- How deep does the Zebra Shrimp live?
- The Zebra Shrimp (Rimapenaeus pacificus) is typically found at 2–100 m.
- How big does the Zebra Shrimp get?
- The Zebra Shrimp grows to about 5 cm.