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Midwater Shrimp

Sergestidae

Deep sea Midwater Shrimp specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

200–1,000 m (650–3,300 ft)

Size

Up to 10 cm (4 in)

Habitat

Midwater

Diet

Plankton

What they'd be sayin'

"I am bright red, which makes me invisible in the deep sea because red light doesn't reach these depths."

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Deep Sea Profile

Bioluminescent, deep-red shrimp that migrate through the water column.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 'Vertical Migration'?

The daily journey where animals swim up at night to feed and down during the day to hide.

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