Cleaner Shrimp

Cleaner Shrimp are known for their cleaning and scavenging practices. Certain shrimp have mutualistic relationships with fish. They live by feeding upon the parasites of reef-dwelling fish. This practice benefits the fish by removing harmful parasites from their gills and scales. It also helps to battle disease and death in the shrimp’s habitat. They also feed on the debris and waste left by other animals around them. This contributes to cleaner and healthier coral reefs.