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Mantis shrimp
Harpiosquilla sp.
Order Stomatopoda

The mantis shrimp is fast-moving and energetic. If threatened, it disappears into its burrow or digs into the sand.

Those commonly seen on Chek Jawa are small juveniles about 10cm long.

 

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