Rhynchocinetes uritai
species of crustacean
Rhynchocinetes uritai also known as the camel shrimp, camelback shrimp, or dancing shrimp is a non-aggressive crustacean of the family Rhynchocinetidae. They are saltwater shrimp, and are common in saltwater aquariums.
Description
The camel shrimp is a hardy saltwater shrimp, It is covered with red and white stripes that run across its entire body. R. uritai has a movable rostrum or beak that is generally facing upwards. Male camel shrimp have larger chelipeds or claw compared to the female camel shrimp. The claw is formed when the shrimp reaches maturity.
Ecology
Rhynchocinetes uritai is found under cracks and crevasses, coral deposits, and rock caves because those habitats provide safe cover from predators. They are often seen with other camel shrimp in their habitat.
The common predators of Rhynchocinetes uritai are herring, salmon, sculpin and flatfishes.
Rhynchocinetes uritai is a carnivorous shrimp and it feeds on detritus, phytoplankton, zooplankton, and frozen or freeze-dried bits of seafood.
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