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skeleton shrimp

/ˈskɛlɪtən ʃrɪmp/

Tradução: Pequeno crustáceo marinho esguio da família Caprellidae, com corpo longo e fino e pernas delgadas, frequentemente encontrado agarrado a algas ou outros substratos.

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/ˈskɛlɪtən ʃrɪmp/C1formalscientific
  • ptPequeno crustáceo marinho esguio da família Caprellidae, com corpo longo e fino e pernas delgadas, frequentemente encontrado agarrado a algas ou outros substratos.

A small, slender marine crustacean of the family Caprellidae, characterized by its long, thin body and legs, often found clinging to seaweed or other substrates.

  1. C2formal

    A small, slender marine crustacean of the order Caprellida, known for its long, thin body and grasping legs, often found clinging to seaweed or other substrates.

    ptCrustáceo marinho

    • The skeleton shrimp uses its rear legs to hold onto seaweed while it hunts for tiny prey.
    • Divers often spot skeleton shrimp camouflaged among hydroids and bryozoans.
    • The skeleton shrimp's elongated body allows it to blend in perfectly with the marine vegetation.