Hymenocera Picta Collection

Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans) on blue sea star. This species of shrimps feeds on starfish, turning them upsidedown and keeping them as living larder. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Harlequin Shrimp (Hymenocera elegans) on sea floor. Huatulco Bays National Park, Oaxaca state, Mexico, Pacific Ocean. November

Harlequin shrimp with bright red sponge in the background, Bali
Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), with bright red sponge in the background, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Harlequin shrimp, head on view, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia
Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), head on view, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Blue spotted harlequin shrimp, Bali, Indonesia

Harlequin shrimp, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia
Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

A pair of Harlequin shrimp with one feeding off a starfish, Bali
A pair of Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), with one feeding off a starfish, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Harlequin shrimp sitting atop a starfish, Bali
Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), sitting atop a starfish, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Harlequin shrimp feeding on the arm of an orange starfish, Bali, Indonesia
Pair of blue and white harlequin shrimp feeding on the arm of an orange starfish, Bali, Indonesia

Harlequin shrimp eating the arm of a starfish, Bali, Indonesia
Blue and white harlequin shrimp eating the arm of a starfish, Bali, Indonesia

Adult & Baby Harlequin Shrimp (Hymenocera picta) feeding on Sea Star, Tulamben, North Bali, Indonesia (RF)

Harlequin shrimp on a starfish
Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera picta, upper centre) on a mottled starfish (Linckia multifora). The harlequin shrimp turns live starfish upside-down, so that they can not get away

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The mesmerizing Hymenocera picta, also known as the Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), is a sight to behold in the vast blue sea. With its vibrant colors and intricate patterns, this species of shrimp stands out against the backdrop of a blue sea star. Found in Huatulco Bays National Park, Oaxaca state, Mexico, in the Pacific Ocean during November, these shrimps gracefully roam the sea floor. Feeding primarily on starfish, these Harlequin shrimps display their hunting prowess as they delicately pick apart their prey. In Bali, Indonesia, a pair of them can be seen feasting on a starfish with great precision and teamwork. Their bright red sponges serve as an eye-catching background that enhances their beauty even further. In Tulamben and other parts of Bali's underwater paradise, one can witness these fascinating creatures up close. From head-on views to capturing their unique blue spotted appearance or simply observing them amidst colorful corals and marine life - every encounter with the Harlequin shrimp is truly captivating. Their symbiotic relationship with starfish showcases nature's delicate balance while highlighting the intricacies of marine ecosystems. These stunning creatures remind us of both the fragility and resilience found beneath our oceans' surface. Whether you are lucky enough to spot them in Mexico or Indonesia or admire them through breathtaking photographs captured by talented divers around the world – let yourself be enchanted by Hymenocera picta's undeniable charm and grace.