Brazilian Mantis Shrimp [Eurysquilla veleronis]
Description
The Brazilian Mantis Shrimp, known scientifically as Eurysquilla veleronis, is a species native to the western Atlantic Ocean, specifically around Brazil. This species is notable for its elongated body and large, raptorial forelimbs, which it uses to capture prey. It inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms in coastal areas.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Mantis Shrimps
Stomatopoda
|
| Family |
Eurysquillidae
Eurysquillidae
|
| Genus |
Eurysquilla
Eurysquilla
|