Spearing Mantis Shrimp [Pseudosquillana ciliata]
Description
The Spearing Mantis Shrimp is a species of mantis shrimp found in the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. It is known for its 'spearer' type claws, which it uses to impale its prey. It is a burrowing species, often found in sandy or muddy substrates. It has a complex visual system and is known for its aggressive behavior.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Mantis Shrimps
Stomatopoda
|
| Family |
Squillidae
Squillidae
|
| Genus |
Mantis Shrimp
Alima
|