How deep does the Ghost Shrimp live?

The Ghost Shrimp (Corallianassa longiventris) is typically found at 0–4 m.

How big does the Ghost Shrimp get?

The Ghost Shrimp grows to about 13 cm.

Ghost Shrimp

Corallianassa longiventris

Group: Shrimp
Typical depth: 0–4 m
Max size: 13 cm

A burrowing ghost shrimp of seagrass edges, this species digs tunnels up to a metre deep through coarse sand and coral rubble. It hauls blades of seagrass down into its burrow and feeds on the debris that collects in its chambers, living in shallow water no deeper than a few metres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Callichiridae › Corallianassa

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 421821.

FAQ

How deep does the Ghost Shrimp live?: The Ghost Shrimp (Corallianassa longiventris) is typically found at 0–4 m.
How big does the Ghost Shrimp get?: The Ghost Shrimp grows to about 13 cm.