Red Swamp Shrimp [Procambarus clarkii]
Description
The Red Swamp Shrimp, also known as the Louisiana Shrimp, is a species of freshwater shrimp native to the southeastern United States, but has also been introduced to other regions globally. This species resides in a variety of wet habitats, including swamps, marshes, and bodies of slow-moving water. It is distinguished by its red-brown color, and long, slender claws.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Anaspidaceans
Anaspidacea
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| Family |
Mountain Shrimps
Anaspididae
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| Genus |
Swamp Shrimp
Allanaspides
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