Scientific Name: Rhynchocinetes durbanensis
Common Name: Hingebeak shrimp, Durban dancing shrimp

Size: 2.5 – 4 cm
Depth Range: 5 – 40 m
Habitat: Hides in reef crevices, under ledges, and among corals; often found in small groups in protected spots
Diet: Scavenger—feeds on detritus, algae, and small invertebrates
Reproduction: Separate sexes; females carry eggs under their abdomen until hatching
Fun Fact: Named for its distinctive movable rostrum (beak), which hinges upward—plus, its lively movements have earned it the nickname “dancing shrimp.”

Observation Tip: Bring a torch and look in dark nooks during the day—they’re shy and prefer shadowy hideouts.