Lipkemenes lanipes

Basket Star Shrimp

A small crustacean measuring around 1 cm in length, this shrimp displays a brownish coloration with distinctive light bands that aid in identification. It is typically found in shallow coral reef habitats.

Best Time of The Year

All Year

Remarks

This shrimp is primarily nocturnal and is most active during the Night time.

Frequency of Sightings

Rare

Often

Habitat

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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

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

Coral

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

Mixed

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

Other Critters in The Habitat

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You can speak with the guides about the favorite critters you wish to see or search for critters in our dive site map.

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