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Blueleg Mantis Shrimp

Hemisquilla californiensis

Classification

Hemisquilla californiensis is a species of mantis shrimp native to the northern Pacific Ocean. H. californiensis is known for smashing prey against rocks using its raptorial claws, as well as its brightly colored telson and eyespots under the tail.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
United States of America · 3