Heterocarpus nasicus [Heterocarpus nasicus]
Description
Heterocarpus nasicus can be encountered as a small, shrimp-like silhouette in deeper environments, often associated with benthic (bottom) areas. Divers may notice it during slow swims over the seafloor—its subtle movements and quick scuttling behavior make it a fun, “blink-and-you’ll-miss-it” find.
Where To See Heterocarpus nasicus
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crabs, Lobsters & Shrimp
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Pandalid Shrimps
Pandalidae
|
| Genus |
Nylon Shrimps
Heterocarpus
|
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