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Lysmata seticaudata |
Distribution |
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Monaco shrimp |
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Mittelmeer-Putzergarnele |
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Middellandsezee poetsgarnaal |
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Crevette monégasque |
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Camarón monegasco |
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Gamberetto pulitore |
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The Mediterranean |
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Substrate and environment |
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Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 4 and 60 Meters.
Uncommon Species
Endemic species.
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Environment and movement of the nocturnal species |
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The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The animal hunts at night
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General behaviour of the species |
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The species is territorial Species generally solitary
The animal is a cleaner for other fishes
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 7 cm
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.Diet : Zooplankton
The animal is a protandrous transsexual
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Relationship with humans |
The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Aquarium enthusiasts.
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