Hinge-beak Shrimp

Rhynchocinetes durbanensis
(Other names Durban shrimp)
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This shrimp can be identified by the red and white irregular lines and spots that cover a grey/translucent body and the very long toothed rostrum (a beak/snout like projection). They are commonly found in deep crevices and holes, hiding in cracks and under small ledges.

Size: 5 cm in length (Maximum)

Diet: Detritus & Parasites from Fish

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Left: Andy Green
Centre: John Natoli
Right: John Natoli
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