Blue Mantis Shrimp [Lysiosquilla tredecimdentata]
Description
This species is found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. It is a burrowing species that is often found in sandy or muddy substrates. It is most well-known for its highly specialized raptorial appendages, which it uses to hunt prey. This species is notable for its vibrant blue color.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Mantis Shrimps
Stomatopoda
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| Family |
Lysiosquillidae
Lysiosquillidae
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| Genus |
Lysiosquilla
Lysiosquilla
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