Ascorhynchus [Ascorhynchus]

Description

Ascorhynchus, a genus in the family Ammotheidae, includes species of sea spiders that are well-adapted to life in a variety of marine environments, from tidal zones to the deep sea. These sea spiders are recognized by their elongated bodies and the presence of robust chelicerae and palps, which they use for feeding on soft-bodied invertebrates. The species within this genus are often observed on coral reefs, sponges, or hiding among sediments.