• Location: Romblon Island

  • Depth: shallow / medium depth

  • Cover Photo: Weiwei Zeng

  • Scientific Name: Paralatreutes bicornis, Kemp, 1925

The Mole Shrimp (Paralatreutes bicornis) is a very rare shrimp and a sought-after subject for underwater macro photography. They can have various colors and patterns, mostly red to orange and purple. They usually have a white “tail” and white legs and can be found in the reefs around Romblon Island.

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