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Imperial Shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) adult, on Spanish Dancer (Hexabranchus sanguineus) beside gills at night
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Imperial Shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) adult, on Spanish Dancer (Hexabranchus sanguineus) beside gills at night
Imperial Shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) adult, on Spanish Dancer (Hexabranchus sanguineus) beside gills at night, Ambon Island, Maluku Islands, Banda Sea, Indonesia, October
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Media ID 10392191
© FLPA/Colin Marshall
Ambon Archipelago Banda Camouflage Camouflaged Commensal Crustacean Crustaceans Emperor Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Indopacific Maluku Molucca Moluccan Moluccas Sealife Seaslug Seaslugs Shrimp Shrimps Underwater Hexabranchus Sanguineus Spanish Dancer Spanish Dancers
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Underwater Nightlife - A Shrimp Emperor and his Spanish Dancer Dance the Night Away in Indonesia's Banda Sea!
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. In this photo print, we witness a mesmerizing underwater spectacle that could rival any dance floor! The Imperial Shrimp, donning its regal attire, gracefully perches on the vibrant Spanish Dancer beside delicate gills. This nocturnal rendezvous takes place off the coast of Ambon Island in Indonesia's Maluku Islands. The scene is straight out of a tropical fairy tale as these enchanting creatures showcase their natural camouflage skills. The shrimp effortlessly blends into its surroundings with its camouflaged crustacean armor, while the Spanish Dancer flaunts its flamboyant red hues against the backdrop of crystal-clear waters. As they sway to an invisible rhythm beneath the moonlit waves, it becomes evident that nature has choreographed this breathtaking performance. These commensal companions have found solace in each other's company amidst the vast expanse of Southeast Asia's aquatic wonderland. Captured by FLPA photographer Colin Marshall, this image transports us to a world where marine beauty reigns supreme. It serves as a reminder that even in our bustling human lives, there are hidden treasures waiting to be discovered beneath the surface – secrets shared only by those who dare to dive deep into nature's embrace. So next time you find yourself longing for adventure or craving some oceanic magic, let your imagination swim alongside these incredible Indonesian residents and immerse yourself in their underwater ball
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