FamilyStenopodidaeAlso known asCoral Banded Shrimp, Banded Cleaner Shrimp, Boxing ShrimpDescriptionStenopus hispidus is a widely recognized cleaner shrimp with a striking coloration of red and white bands across its body and claws, long white antennae, and spiny chelipeds. It acts as a cleaner organism, setting up 'cleaning stations' on the reef where it removes parasites and dead tissue from fish. The pair visible here is typical, as this species commonly forms monogamous pairs.HabitatFound circumtropically in all tropical ocean regions at depths of 1–210 m, typically sheltering in caves, crevices, and overhangs on coral reefs. Commonly associated with sponges and ledges.Conservation statusLeast ConcernNotesTwo individuals (likely a mated pair) are clearly visible inside what appears to be a hollow cylindrical structure (possibly a tube sponge or PVC pipe on a wreck). Their long white antennae and bold red-and-white banding are diagnostic. Image quality is good; slight underexposure in the cavity interior but subjects are well-lit.Creatures detected4 in frame- Banded Coral Shrimp (pair)invertebrate
- tube sponge or hollow cylindrical structureinvertebrate
- encrusting sponge (orange-brown)invertebrate
- encrusting algae (yellow-green)plant_algae
