Callichirus [Callichirus]

Description

The genus Callichirus includes species of mud shrimps that are distinguished by their robust chelipeds and ability to dig deep burrows in sandy and muddy substrates. These shrimps are important bioturbators, contributing to the health of the benthic ecosystem by recycling nutrients and enhancing sediment oxygenation.

Species

Ghost shrimp [Callichirus major]

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Bay ghost shrimp [Callichirus islagrande]

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Pacific ghost shrimp [Callichirus seilacheri]

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Taxonomy