Camel Shrimp (Rhynchocinetes durbanensis) is often referred to as the Hinge-beak Shrimp, Dancing Shrimp, or Candy Shrimp. This species is notable for its flexible rostrum, which typically points upwards. The Camel Shrimp features a striking pattern of red and white stripes across its body. Males generally have larger claws compared to females.

This shrimp species prefers to gather with others of its kind in rocky crevices, beneath overhangs, or within coral rubble. It requires hiding spots, especially during molting. While it usually coexists peacefully with other shrimp, it may occasionally nip at colonial anemones, disc anemones, and soft leather corals. However, it tends to avoid bubble coral and stinging anemones.

The Camel Shrimp diet includes brine shrimp, frozen or freeze-dried plankton, and flake food.

• Common Name: Camel Shrimp
• Scientific Name: Rhynchocinetes durbanensis
• Diet: Brine shrimp, plankton, flake food
• Habitat: Rock crevices, coral rubble
• Behavior: Congregates with similar shrimp, may nip at certain corals