Indian Ocean Harlequin Shrimp [Crellodes longirostris]
Description
The Indian Ocean Harlequin Shrimp is a species of shrimp found in the Indian Ocean, particularly around the coasts of Madagascar and the Maldives. They are known for their elongated rostrum, or 'nose', which is used for hunting and defense. They are active predators, feeding on small fish and other shrimp species.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
|
| Family |
Crellidae
Crellidae
|
| Genus |
Crellodes
Crellodes
|