This post features two species of coral shrimp that are in the same genus. They are structurally quite similar but different colors. The banded coral shrimp grows up to 2 inches long. The golden coral shrimp is slightly smaller. Both species range from shallow water down to about 130 feet. Both species are cleaning shrimp, and they wave their antennae to attract fish for cleaning.
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| Banded coral shrimp, also know as barber pole shrimp |
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| Golden coral shrimp, with fireworms in background |
The banded coral shrimp is fairly common in the Caribbean. The golden coral shrimp is considered "occasional to uncommon."
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