Periclemenes soror
Starfish Shrimp
Thin body but have similar coloration like imperator shrimp have white lines over the body. Have large rostum, color of the body can camouflage like the host. This shrimp is associated with sea star found on several species like Linckia sp. ,Ancanthaster sp., Culcita sp.,Choriaster sp. They can be in big group up to 24 shrimps can be found on single sea star or sometimes only 1 or 2. Size 1.3 cm
Best Time of The Year
Year Around
Remarks
Size up to 1.3 cm and found at sea star
Frequency of Sightings
Rare
Often
Habitat
mixed
Coral
Sand & rubble
DIVE SITES

Types of Habitats

Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site

Sand & rubble

Sand & Rubble

Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.

Coral

Coral

Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.

mixed

Mixed

With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.

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