Lysmata galapagensis [Lysmata galapagensis]
Description
On reefs and rocky habitats, divers may find this cleaner shrimp working the edges of crevices where fish linger. Its behavior is often a mix of bold cleaning displays and quick retreats, making it a fun species to watch during fish-cleaning stations.
Where To See Lysmata galapagensis
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crabs, Lobsters & Shrimp
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Combtooth Blennies (Lysmatid Blennies)
Lysmatidae
|
| Genus |
Lysmata
Lysmata
|
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