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pistol shrimp

/ˈpɪstl ʃrɪmp/

翻译: 一种小型海洋甲壳动物,以其能通过弹动螯钳产生强力空化气泡而闻名,会发出响亮的声音和冲击波来击晕猎物。

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/ˈpɪstl ʃrɪmp/C1formalscientific
  • zh一种小型海洋甲壳动物,以其能通过弹动螯钳产生强力空化气泡而闻名,会发出响亮的声音和冲击波来击晕猎物。

A small marine crustacean known for its ability to create a powerful cavitation bubble by snapping its claw, producing a loud sound and shockwave to stun prey.

  1. Snapping ShrimpC1formal

    A small marine crustacean of the family Alpheidae, known for its disproportionately large claw that produces a loud snapping sound by creating a cavitation bubble, capable of stunning prey.

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    • The pistol shrimp uses its specialized claw to create a powerful shockwave.
    • Marine biologists study the pistol shrimp's unique hunting mechanism.
    • The snap of a pistol shrimp can reach temperatures as hot as the sun for a split second.