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Disc Anemone Shrimp

Pliopontonia furtiva

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Disc Anemone Shrimp (Pliopontonia furtiva)

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Max Depth

40 m

Pliopontonia furtiva is a shrimp species from the Palaemonidae family.

Description

It has transparent body banded with white to yellow.

Distribution

Indo-Pacific Ocean from Tanzania and Madagascar, also Red Sea, to New Caledonia and French Polynesia, also Hawaii.

Habitat and Biology

Commensal with corallimorphs. It feeds on brine shrimps and plankton.

Colors

transparent
white
yellow

Social Behaviour

Association

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Disc Anemone Shrimp dangerous?

Disc Anemone Shrimp has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.

Where can you find Disc Anemone Shrimp?

Egypt East Laccadive Islands Mariana Islands Flores Island Australia West +55 more in Seabook

How deep does Disc Anemone Shrimp live?

Disc Anemone Shrimp can be found at depths of up to 40 meters.

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