Bathysquilla [Bathysquilla]

Description

Bathysquilla is a genus of mantis shrimps belonging to the family Bathysquillidae. These marine creatures are known for their striking appearance, featuring elongated bodies and raptorial forelimbs adapted for capturing prey. Members of this genus are found in deep-sea environments, where they inhabit muddy or sandy substrates. Bathysquilla species are characterized by their large eyes, which are well-adapted to the low-light conditions of their deep-sea habitats, and their vibrant coloration, which includes hues of blue, green, and orange. These mantis shrimps are predators, feeding on smaller marine organisms they catch with their powerful forelimbs.

Species

Deep-sea Mantis Shrimp [Bathysquilla microps]

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White-eyed Mantis Shrimp [Bathysquilla eureka]

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Crystalline Mantis Shrimp [Bathysquilla crystallina]

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Taxonomy