Sepia bandensis
Pygmy cuttlefish
This species is common on coral reefs and areas of sand in shallow water. It walks along the bottom, using its third pair of arms and back mantle flaps. It is active at night when it hunts small fish and crustaceans. It is often found close to echinoderms where it finds prey easily.
Best Time of The Year
YEAR-ROUND
Remarks
1- 12 m depth, size up to 5cm. Colour pattern includes short lines on the upper body and a set of blue spots along the base of the mantle. Can display a false eye when threatened.
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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