Harpiosquilla raphidea (Fabricus, 1798) Giant harpiosquillid mantis shrimp |
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Family: | Squillidae (squillid mantis shrimps) | |||
Max. size: | 36.6 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthic; brackish; marine; depth range 2 - 45 m | |||
Distribution: | Indo-West Pacific: Indo-Malaya, from Indonesia to East Africa. | |||
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Biology: | The largest known squilloid. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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