Laomenes amboinensis

Ambon Crinoid Shrimp

White eyestalks and rostrum, usually with some white on the tip of the tail. Similar to L. tigris, but lacks the distinctive white lateral line that extends from beneath the eye to the tail. Body coloration matches that of the host crinoid. Found at depths of up to 40 meters.
Best Time of The Year
All year
Remarks
Body size up to 20 mm
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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