ADW: Periclimenes: PICTURES

Periclimenes

Identification

Periclimenes amboinensis: pictures (4)

Location

Luzon Island, Philippines

Caption

This crinoid shrimp (Periclimenes amboinensis) is very well-blended in terms of color, shape, and even posture. It remains motionless, seeking to present the least visible profile.

Subject
Live Animal

Type
Photo

Anatomy
Coloration/Patterning :: Cryptic

Contributors

Jeffrey N. Jeffords (photographer; copyright holder; identification)

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To cite this page: Jeffords, J.2004. "Crinoid_shrimp.jpg" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed April 16, 2024 at https://animaldiversity.org/collections/contributors/jeffrey_jeffords/crinoids/Crinoid_shrimp/

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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation Grants DRL 0089283, DRL 0628151, DUE 0633095, DRL 0918590, and DUE 1122742. Additional support has come from the Marisla Foundation, UM College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, Museum of Zoology, and Information and Technology Services.

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