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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. Inhabits level bottoms in shallow water; can be found in estuaries (Ref. 92). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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