Family
Common name: Camel shrimp
Scientific name: Rhynchocinetidae
The Rhynchocinetidae family, commonly known as Camel shrimp, Hinge-beak shrimp, or Dancing shrimp, includes a variety of ornamental shrimp species popular in the reefkeeping hobby. These shrimp are known for their unique ability to move their rostrum (beak) up and down, a feature that gives them the 'hinge-beak' name. They are active and entertaining to watch, often seen performing a 'dancing' motion. They are generally peaceful but can be opportunistic feeders, so caution is advised with small snails and sessile invertebrates. They thrive in well-established tanks with plenty of hiding places and stable water conditions.
- Common name: Henderson's hinge-beak shrimpScientific name: Cinetorhynchus hendersoni
- Common name: Manning hingebeakScientific name: Cinetorhynchus manningi
- Common name: reticulated hingebeakScientific name: Cinetorhynchus reticulatus
- Common name: Durban Hinge-Beak ShrimpScientific name: Rhynchocinetes durbanensis
- Common name: Red Camel ShrimpScientific name: Rhynchocinetes uritai