Mantis shrimp - Lysiosquilla sp.

This large species of mantis shrimp, Lysiosquilla sp., may reach nearly 30cm in length and has well developed eyes. In addition, it has wickedly pronged spearing appendages that can impale passing prey from the entrance of its deep sandy burrow.

23 June 2013

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