Long-clawed prawn [Pseudoleptochelia longimanus]
Description
This marine species is a type of prawn that is characterized by its long, slender claws. It is typically found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific region, particularly around the coasts of Australia. The Long-clawed prawn is a benthic species, meaning it resides at the bottom of the ocean. It feeds on small organisms found in the substrate.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Tanaids
Tanaidacea
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| Family |
Leptocheliid Tanaids
Leptocheliidae
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| Genus |
Pseudoleptochelia
Pseudoleptochelia
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