Big eye amphipod
Introduction: Big-eye amphipods (Paramoera amphipod) are the most common and numerous amphipods swimming in plankton especially at night and amongst seaweeds. So-called because of the unusually large eyes that almost meet on the top of the head.
Distribution: Found throughout Namibian coastal waters including Terrace Bay, Torra Bay, Cape Cross, Walvis Bay and Luderitz.
Diet: Feeds on detritus and carrion
Colouration: Variable colouring usually pale or mauve with a red 'saddle' across the back
Breeding: Eggs hatch directly into adult from a visible brood pouch
Max size: 10mm
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