Squillidae [Squillidae]

Description

Squillidae, commonly known as mantis shrimps, are a large family encompassing a wide variety of species with diverse lifestyles and habitats. They are characterized by their elongated bodies, stalked eyes, and powerful raptorial appendages, which they use for hunting. Squillidae species are found in all the world's oceans, from shallow coastal waters to the deep sea, and play a significant role in the marine food web as both predators and prey.

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