Robber Harpiosquillid Mantis Shrimp
Harpiosquilla harpax
- Group: Shrimp
- Typical depth: 0–100 m
- Max size: 26.2 cm
- For divers: safe
A large mantis shrimp of shallow coastal estuaries and bays, this hunter favours soft sandy, muddy or shelly bottoms where it digs burrows. It strikes prey with powerful raptorial claws and is caught by trawl, trap and line.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Stomatopoda › Squillidae › Harpiosquilla
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 221013.
FAQ
- How deep does the Robber Harpiosquillid Mantis Shrimp live?
- The Robber Harpiosquillid Mantis Shrimp (Harpiosquilla harpax) is typically found at 0–100 m.
- Is the Robber Harpiosquillid Mantis Shrimp dangerous to divers?
- The Robber Harpiosquillid Mantis Shrimp is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Robber Harpiosquillid Mantis Shrimp get?
- The Robber Harpiosquillid Mantis Shrimp grows to about 26.2 cm.