Basket Star Shrimp (Periclimenes lanipes) adult, resting on basketstar at night, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago
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Basket Star Shrimp (Periclimenes lanipes) adult, resting on basketstar at night, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago
Basket Star Shrimp (Periclimenes lanipes) adult, resting on basketstar at night, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9671277
© FLPA/Colin Marshall
Archipelago Banda Sea Commensal Crustacean Crustaceans Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Indopacific Lesser Sunda Moluccan Moluccas Night Nocturnal Sealife Shrimp Shrimps Sunda Underwater Wallacea Basket Star Basket Stars
Under the Starry Night - A Shrimp's Secret Hideout Revealed!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we witness a fascinating alliance between two unique creatures of the deep. The Basket Star Shrimp, also known as Periclimenes lanipes, has found its perfect resting spot on a mesmerizing basketstar at night. This enchanting moment was captured on Alor Island in the breathtaking Alor Archipelago. As darkness falls over the Indonesian waters, this adult shrimp seeks solace and protection amidst the intricate arms of its celestial companion. With grace and elegance, it clings to its perch like a tiny astronaut exploring an otherworldly realm. The vibrant colors of these marine marvels come alive under Colin Marshall's lens. The contrasting hues create an ethereal ambiance that transports us into their nocturnal world. It is here that nature showcases its ingenuity by forging unlikely partnerships for survival. This snapshot from Lesser Sunda Islands reminds us of the vast diversity our planet holds beneath its surface. From crustaceans to corals, every creature plays a vital role in maintaining balance within our oceans' ecosystems. So next time you gaze upon this extraordinary image, let your imagination dive deep into Indonesia's tropical paradise and revel in the wonders hidden beneath those starlit waves!
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