Zenopontonia rex
- Periclimenes imperator
Periclimenes imperator
- Periclimenes imperator
| Family | Palaemonidae |
|---|---|
| Genus | Zenopontonia |
| IUCN category (World) | NE |
Introduction
Periclimenes imperator is a little salt water crustacea.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size2.5 cm
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Maximum size3 cm
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Average size2.5 cm
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Maximum size3 cm
How to recognize this crustacea ?
Zenopontonia rex measures between 2.5 and 3 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialNo
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VenomousNo
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Way of livingdiurnal
Like all crustaceans, Zenopontonia rex molts whenever it becomes cramped in its shell. Before the hardening of its new body, it is more vulnerable and spends a good part of its time hidden. This mechanism, very complex, allows the periodic renewal of the exoskeleton and part of the internal skeleton. It is also during the moult that the females become fertile.
Zenopontonia rex is a crustacea solitary. This species is scavenger . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
n general, this species does not care much about other animals crossing its path.
Reproduction
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Migratory speciesYes
It is an exclusively freshwater species, the whole reproduction process takes place in fresh water. This species follows a mode of reproduction called "direct development". After several weeks of incubation, the female gives birth to fully formed juveniles ready to fend for themselves.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Origin and distribution
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature25 - 28 °C
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Depth0 - 0 m
Biotope presentation
The soil is generally composed of sand and of rocks.
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