Elegant Squat Lobster - these tiny lobsters live in the arms of a feather star. They feed on microorganisms attracted by their plankton eating host. Komodo Marine National Park. Indonesia

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Elegant Squat Lobster - these tiny lobsters live in the arms of a feather star. They feed on microorganisms attracted by their plankton eating host. Komodo Marine National Park. Indonesia

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Elegant Squat Lobster - these tiny lobsters live in the arms of a featherstar. They feed on microorganisms attracted by their plankton eating host.
Komodo Marine National Park. Indonesia
Allogalathea elegans
Valerie & Ron Taylor
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. In this incredible snapshot captured by renowned photographers Ron & Valerie Taylor, we witness the fascinating symbiotic relationship between an Elegant Squat Lobster and its unusual host, a Feather Star. Talk about unconventional roommates! Living in the arms of the delicate Feather Star, these tiny lobsters have found the perfect home sweet home. Not only do they enjoy a cozy abode but also a never-ending buffet! As microorganisms are lured by their plankton-eating host, our little crustacean friends feast to their heart's content. This extraordinary behavior showcases nature's remarkable ability to create partnerships that benefit both parties involved. It's like having your best friend as your personal chef! Located in Indonesia's breathtaking Komodo Marine National Park, this underwater wonderland is teeming with life and surprises at every turn. From vibrant tropical fish to mesmerizing cnidarians like Feather Stars and Crinoids, it truly is an aquatic paradise. So next time you're feeling down about sharing space with someone who leaves dirty dishes behind or hogs the bathroom mirror, just remember these unlikely buddies thriving together beneath the waves. After all, if an Elegant Squat Lobster can find harmony with a Feather Star, there might just be hope for us humans too!

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