Sun Anemone Shrimp

Sun Anemone Shrimp
Name: Sun Anemone Shrimp
Scientific Name: Periclimenes rathbunae
Family: Commensal Shrimps
Taxonomic: Palaemonidae
ID Group: Lobsters & Shrimps
Size: up to 1 in.
Depth Range: In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.)
Sightings: Seen sometimes

This Shrimp has a transparent body with many brown, white, or red spots. Its back may have detailed patterns and markings.

The Sun Anemone Shrimp is usually found on Sun Anemones, but it can also be found on other Anemones and Corals.